Browsing by Subject "Pesticide residues"
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Does Pesticide exposure contribute to the growing burden of non - communicable diseases in Tanzania
(Elsevier B.V., 2022-09)Pesticide exposure is becoming a public health concern in Tanzania. This review highlights the existing information on pesticide exposure, health effects, knowledge, and awareness on pesticide handling and management and ... -
Pesticide exposure from fresh tomatoes and its relationship with pesticide application practices in Meru district
(Cogent OA, 2016-06-16)Tomato pesticides health risk was assessed in Meru district of Arusha region, one of the key tomato producers in Tanzania. Tomato samples and consumption information were collected from 50 farmers using Food and Drug ... -
Pesticide Residues in Vegetables: Practical Interventions to Minimize the Risk of Human Exposure in Tanzania
(Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology, 2018-02)Malpractices in the use of pesticides in vegetable production have been reported in the horticultural sector in developing countries. This can result in excessive use of pesticides and, subsequently, in unacceptable ...