<span lang="TR">Greenhouse Farmers' Behavioural Intentions to Reduce Pesticide Use in Antalya-Turkiye

This study investigates farmers' intentions to reduce the use of pesticides in greenhouse cultivation in Antalya Province, Turkey. Using an extended version of the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB), we investigated the socio-psychological factors that influence farmers' intentions to adopt more sustainable practices. Interviews with ۲۹۷ farmers growing tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants revealed that, while farmers generally have a positive attitude towards reducing pesticide use, this attitude does not have a significant impact on their actual intentions. These intentions are chiefly driven by moral norms, subjective norms, and perceived behavioural control. Improving social support, creating an enabling environment, and implementing educational programmes can significantly help farmers to adopt agroecological practices. This study emphasizes the importance of understanding the social and psychological factors that influence farmers’ decisions, which is essential for developing effective strategies for environmentally friendly agriculture.

کلیدواژه ها:

Agroecology ، Farmers' Intentions ، Pesticide Reduction ، Theory of planned behavior