Behavior of Shallot Farmers in Probolinggo Regency on The Use of Chemical Pesticides

Abstract

This research was conducted based on the conditions for controlling shallot pests in Probolinggo Regency, which still uses chemical pesticides, far from sustainable agricultural practices. Therefore, this study aims as follows: 1. To identify the knowledge of shallot farmers on chemical pesticides; 2. Identify farmers' responses to pests and diseases of shallots; 3. Knowing the pattern of chemical pesticides used by farmers; 4. Develop academic plans on reducing the use of chemical pesticides. This research was a type of descriptive research; the research looked at the phenomena in the research location symbols in society that are considered essential. The approach used in the research was quantitative. In this study, observations were made first to see the initial conditions of the research location, then continued with direct observations of the research location area to collect data according to the results obtained from the intended respondents. The results showed that shallot farmers' knowledge level in Probolinggo Regency was still in the medium category. Meanwhile, the attitudes and actions of farmers in using chemical pesticides were included in the poor level.