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Évaluation Des Facteurs Environnementaux Influençant Les Concentrations De Résidus De Pesticides Dans Les Bananes Plantains Cultivées A Lubumbashi
Abstract
For the purpose of this study, we set ourselves the general objective of evaluating the environmental factors that may influence the concentration of pesticide residues in plantains cultivated in Lubumbashi, in order to understand the potential risks to human health and the environment.
To achieve this, we established the following specific objectives:
- To identify the most commonly used types of pesticides in plantain plantations in Lubumbashi.
- To analyse agricultural practices and crop management techniques that could contribute to the accumulation of pesticide residues.
- To determine the environmental conditions (climate, soil, etc.) that affect the dissipation or persistence of pesticides in plantains.
- To assess the potential impact of pesticide residues on the quality of soil, water, and air in plantain cultivation areas.
- As part of this research, we used a semi-structured survey questionnaire specifically designed to collect data on agricultural practices, perceptions of pesticide-related risks, and plantain consumption habits.
This is a descriptive, cross-sectional study conducted using an environmental and community-based approach. It aims to identify and analyse the environmental and socio-economic factors influencing the potential presence of pesticide residues in locally cultivated plantains.
The study was conducted over a one-month period, from 1 to 31 October 2024, coinciding with a season of intense agricultural activity in the Lubumbashi region, which is conducive to evaluating the use of chemical inputs in plantations.
After analysis and interpretation of the results, the following findings emerged:
The majority of households, headed by married adults with modest incomes, purchase large quantities of inexpensive food, thereby exposing their families to pesticide residues, particularly through plantains. Consumption of these fruits, often managed by women, remains low (15.83%), but may result in chronic exposure for heavier consumers. Purchase prices are mainly concentrated between 375 and 525 CDF, limiting access to higher-quality products.
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DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.52155/ijpsat.v51.2.7356
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