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September 10, 2025International Journal of Science and Research Archive

Impacts of the Inappropriate Use of Pesticides in Family Farming: Case Study in the Pateguane Lowland – Morrumbene, Mozambique

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EGElza GuimarãesTCTeresa Manuel Cossa

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Observational analysis reveals hazardous pesticide concentrations in agriculture, indicating risks to public health and the environment.

Key Points

  • Improper pesticide use significantly increases health risks for farmers, with 58.4% reporting allergy symptoms.
  • The majority of 60 surveyed farmers apply pesticides at excessive concentrations beyond recommended levels.
  • Direct exposure to hazardous chemical substances occurs as none of the farmers employed personal protective equipment.
  • Improper disposal practices pose risks to soil, water, and air quality, highlighting a significant need for better agricultural practices.

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Guimarães et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68c23e4fb210217d6479217bhttps://doi.org/10.30574/ijsra.2025.16.1.1972
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