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Farmers' Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Integrated Pest Management in Kalaw Region, Myanmar

Integrated Pest Management is an effective method in agriculture, which can reduce chemical usage, lessen environmental impacts and protect human health. However, the perception and opinions of farmers on the practice of IPM methods are limited. Therefore, this study aims to evaluate the farmers' practices of IPM methods in Kalaw Township, Myanmar. A survey of 150 vegetable farmers who mainly grow Cabbage, Cauliflower and Chinese cabbage was conducted. Binary logistic regression was used to identify factors influencing decisions on practicing IPM methods. The results showed male farmers were more invested in IPM methods than female. Farmers who had high greater experience in farming would be more open to IPM methods. Small households were more likely than large households to adopt IPM methods. Farmers who had encountered high crop loss because of pest outbreaks in the past were more likely to adopt IPM methods. Most farmers are familiar with cultural, physical and mechanical control in IPM methods, whereas practicing pheromone traps, natural pesticide, and traditional usages are relatively rare.