Themethods of storing and disposing of pesticide containers are also
critical points of intervention to enhance the awareness of safety during
the application of pesticides (Matthews, 2008). Storing pesticides in the
home can easily contaminate drinkingwater and food and can threaten
the health of children. Matthews (2008) reported that 62% of 8500
smallholders in 26 countries stored pesticides, and 68% of this group
stored the pesticides in locked locations. Similarly, over 50% of the
farmers in our survey stored pesticides, but approximately half of this
group stored them in their homes. The interesting point is that about
40% of the farmers had never stored pesticides, which is a good option
for reducing the dangers of pesticides. Some larger countries recycle
pesticide containers despite having contained dangerous chemicals