The aim of the present study was thus to investigate if differences
exist between farmers and neighbors in the perception and attitude toward
pesticide use as well as whether perception and attitude varied
with geographical locations. Also, the aim of the study was to understand
if social factors e.g. gender, age and education level influenced
the perception and attitude toward pesticide use. Furthermore, the relationship
between perception of pesticide use and the reported actual
use of pesticides by farmers and neighbors was evaluated.