Journal of Emerging Trends in Engineering and Applied Sciences: Research Areas

Article Title: Agricultural Chemicals And Environmental Health: A Study Of The Impacts Of Pesticide And Fertilizer Use On Environmental Degradation In Akamkpa Local Government Area
by Kujoh Jude Ubuh, Omang Theresa Nkim, Ulayi Agnes Ingiagar, Ejom Sussan Ikana, Ojong Aganyi Asu, Arikpo Esther Bassey, Anipi Gabriel Esidene, Ojong Rose Ayibai

Abstract:
This study is on Agricultural Chemicals and Environmental Health: A Study of the Impacts of Pesticide and Fertilizer Use on Environmental Degradation in Akamkpa Local Government Area. Two research questions and hypotheses were formulated to guide the study. The population of the study is the entire Akamkpa LGA of Cross River State, Nigeria. The study area has an estimated population of 151,125 thousand people. The purposive and accidental sampling technique were used to select (347) respondents between the ages of 18 years and above within the selected communities in Akamkpa local government area of Cross River State under the study. Agricultural Practices and Environmental Degradation Questionnaire (APEDR). was used for data collection. The research instrument was face and content validated by experts in Text and Measurement and Environmental Education Department both in University of Calabar. The Cronbach alpha reliability analysis was used to a certain the reliability of the research instrument which ranged from .81-89. The data were analysed with simple linear regression. The results revealed that there is a significant relationship between application of Agricultural Chemicals on environmental degradation in Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State. Based on the findings, it was recommended, among others, that. The government and agricultural extension services should promote and support the use of organic fertilizers and sustainable soil management practices among farmers in Akamkpa Local Government Area. Additionally, farmers in the area should be trained on the proper use and application of fertilizers to minimize environmental degradation and optimize crop yields.

Keywords: Agricultural Chemicals, Environmental Health, Pesticide, Fertilizer, Environmental Degradation

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