The data generated in this study were quantitative.
A pre-tested, structured questionnaire was deployed to obtain information on pesticide use in cabbage and cauliflower production, the cost of pesticide use, and socioeconomic characters that influence cabbage and cauliflower production. Local agriculture students were selected and trained to interview the farmers in local languages.
Pesticide names were verified by requesting farmers to show containers.
Images of insects were used to verify pest names.
Questions relating to production of cabbage and cauliflower were targeted toward the last production cycle (i.e. after harvesting was completed).