Environmental perception of the producers of Ejido López Mateos, Municipality of Sayula de Alemán

Abstract

The present work shows the results of the study on environmental problems generated by the excessive use of pesticides in agricultural activity, which results in the generation of empty containers. These containers require correct handling, a precise and controlled final destination because they are a source of contamination or toxic risk for humans and the environment.

The generation of agrochemical containers brings with it certain risks, but they can be almost nil through proper management of disused containers; Although the reality indicates that most of the producers carry out inadequate management, caused by the absence of environmental regulations, lack of public policies on this type of toxic waste and lack of information on how to handle it correctly, as well as the harmful consequences it causes in human health and the environment.

The main problems observed in agricultural regions today is the abandonment of empty pesticide containers in the fields where they grow. Some common practices are as follows: bury them, burn them or reuse them. However, none of these methods are consistent with caring for the environment, nor do they respond to international production protocols that safeguard the quality, safety of food and the health of the worker.

To address this problem, a study was carried out on the producers of the community of Adolfo López Mateos, belonging to the municipality of Sayula de Alemán. Through a survey applied to producers in the agricultural sector, the practices they carry out with empty containers were identified. The results were that they throw the empty containers on the surface where they grow, because they do not know what to do with them. However, they are willing to train on the triple wash technique. The results allowed to know the ways of perception and care of the environment.

Finally, the triple washing technique was proposed as an alternative to improve the care of the environment, in such a way that it can contribute to reduce the consumption of pesticides and, where appropriate, empty containers. As well as learning about the use that can be given to empty pesticide containers, since they are currently one of the main problems in the field.