On February 20, 2025, we visited the demonstration farm in Tabora Municipal, Uyui village, where farmers had cultivated one ecra of sorghum and one ecra of sunflower. We found that they were facing a challenge as pests had started attacking some of the crops. Therefore, experts provided pesticides to address the issue, which had only just begun to a very small extent..
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”–Benjamin franklin
why should we treat plants early when they notice any signs of pests
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Preventing severe damage: Treating plants early helps prevent pests from reproducing and spreading rapidly, thereby reducing significant damage to crops. This ensures that plants grow healthily and produce good yields.
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Conserving resources: By treating plants early, farmers can save on pesticide costs, as they use smaller amounts of chemicals. This also ensures that the pests are controlled before they spread, rather than needing to use large quantities of pesticides later.
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Reducing chemical use: Educating farmers about early treatment helps them use chemicals correctly and carefully, reducing negative impacts on the environment, human health, and animal welfare.
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Improving crop quality: Early treatment reduces pest attacks, resulting in better-quality crops that are more profitable for farmers.
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Building awareness and efficiency in farming: Education on early pest control helps farmers recognize pest signs and handle the challenge effectively, including selecting modern pest management techniques.
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Protecting ecosystem health: By using early treatment methods, farmers can minimize the use of harmful pesticides, keeping the environment safe for other wildlife and ecosystems.
