Healthy Agriculture Education: Mitigate Pesticide and Genetic Modified Organism

Authors

  • Nur Endah Wahyuningsih Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat ; Universitas Diponegoro Semarang Jl. Prof. Jacub Rais, Tembalang, Tembalang, Kota Semarang
  • Sulistiyani Sulistiyani Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Budiyono Budiyono Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Septiria Irawati Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Suhartono Suhartono Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Muhammad Auliya Rahman Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Aldi Prastya Kurniawan Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Nethi Puspita Sari Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Jessyca Widya Pratiwi Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Pingkan Resa Zaskia Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Septiana Rahmawati Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Kayla Hana Syahidah Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang
  • Amalia Adiningsih Bagian Kesehatan Lingkungan, Fakultas Kesehatan Masyarakat, Universitas Diponegoro, Semarang

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31983/link.v21i2.14141

Keywords:

Environmental Health, Genetic Modified Organism, Inorganic Farmers, Organic Farmers, Pesticide

Abstract

Synthetic pesticide exposure remains a significant environmental health concern in Semarang Regency, particularly among farmers who rely heavily on chemical inputs. Although some farmers in Ketapang Village have begun adopting organic practices, their understanding of healthy farming and pesticide-related risks is still limited. This study aimed to strengthen the capacity of the Al Barokah Farmer Group through education and training on healthy farming practices, health risk mitigation related to chemical pesticides, and basic concepts of GMOs. The intervention included presentations, discussions, learning modules, and Focus Group Discussions to explore participants’ perspectives. Effectiveness was evaluated by comparing pre-test and post-test scores and analyzing changes across question components. Results showed an increase in average knowledge scores from 67.64 to 77.92. Eleven of Eightteen items (61.11%) demonstrated improved correct responses, particularly on pesticide use, local microorganisms (MOL), and liquid organic fertilizer (POC). Statistical testing yielded a p-value of 0.011, indicating a significant improvement in participants’ knowledge. These findings highlight the effectiveness of structured education in enhancing farmers’ understanding and support the adoption of safer and more sustainable agricultural practices. The results also identify key topics requiring further emphasis in future training programs.

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2025-12-01

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Wahyuningsih, N. E., Sulistiyani, S., Budiyono, B., Irawati, S., Suhartono, S., Rahman, M. A., … Adiningsih, A. (2025). Healthy Agriculture Education: Mitigate Pesticide and Genetic Modified Organism. LINK, 21(2), 172–185. https://doi.org/10.31983/link.v21i2.14141

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Vol. 21 No. 2 (2025): NOVEMBER 2025

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