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This study explores how climate change affects agriculture in Ambarawa, Central Java, a region prone to irregular rainfall and flooding. We surveyed 270 farmers in the study area to gauge their willingness to participate in climate change mitigation efforts and the impact of social capital on their decisions. Farmers were presented with the option to contribute a predetermined amount of money towards climate change mitigation. The objective of this initiative was to identify farmers committed to addressing climate change. To establish benchmarks, we organised focus groups involving twenty prominent individuals. A contingent value survey was subsequently conducted in Ambarawa District to ascertain farmers’ readiness to financially support climate change mitigation efforts. We found that 71.9% of farmers are willing to support financially, and social connections, such as community involvement and trust, strongly influence their decisions. This highlights the importance of using social connections to strengthen climate change plans. Using logistic regression, our research shows how farmers’ social networks affect their ability to address climate change. Socioeconomic factors and farmers’ views on climate risks also shape their support. Strong social connections among farmers help them adapt to climate change, improve productivity, and find new solutions. Thus, local leaders should provide targeted help to farmers facing climate challenges, with a focus on building community bonds and trust. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

ObjectivesMethodsResultsConclusionFarmers have higher risk of suicide than the general working population but are less likely to seek help from mainstream mental health services. Farmer-focused sources of support such as farmer helplines may be a viable alternative, and several currently operate internationally. However, it is unclear whether these specialized helplines collectively tend to be used and are acceptable or effective in reducing farmers’ distress. This review aimed to fill this important knowledge gap.The PRISMA 2020 guidelines, in consultation with the extension for scoping reviews, guided the review process. The search included 13 academic databases and grey literature via Google.The database search yielded 1,337 initial results and a Google search strategy resulted in 620 links to investigate. Data extraction was sought from 28 papers and 332 online links. We identified 35 unique helplines operating across Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, India, and Austria. Farmers do use helplines when experiencing stress; however, we found little empirical evidence of the acceptability or effectiveness of helplines. Anecdotal evidence suggested farmers are more likely to trust telephone support services operated by people who understand the farming way of life.Research in this area is scant but promising. Farmers and farming communities will use farmer helplines in times of elevated stress. However, there is a pressing need for more rigorous evaluation studies to determine their effectiveness in this at-risk group. Further, when designing farmer helplines, careful consideration should be given to the extent to which those answering calls understand farming. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objective: The study aims to analyze the interconnectedness of farmers' socioeconomic factors and their awareness of the One Health framework. Method: This study conducted a survey with 1,166 observations across Thailand, Lao, and Vietnam and employed binary logit regression for data analysis. Odds ratios were used for interpreting the results. Results: The results indicated that certain socioeconomic factors—particularly household income, age, gender roles within the household, and household size—significantly influenced farmers' awareness and engagement with One Health literacy. Awareness levels varied across the three countries: for example, the composition of adults in Thai farming households was correlated with awareness of environmental health and infectious diseases. In Lao PDR, gender was significantly associated with awareness of animal health, while in Vietnam, it was linked to awareness of animal disease transmission. Conclusion: These determinants contribute to the application of a more integrated One Health approach among farmers in these areas. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

In rural ecological revitalization, farmers have a dual identity and play a dual role, that is, the main body and direct beneficiaries of revitalization. The level of their ecological civilization awareness directly affects the effectiveness of rural ecological revitalization. Therefore, it is imperative to improve farmers’ ecological civilization awareness, which is not only an inherent requirement for implementing rural ecological revitalization, but also a necessary obligation to achieve harmonious coexistence and modernization between humans and nature. In this context, to cultivate farmers’ awareness of ecological civilization, we must adhere to the principles of leadership by rural grassroots party organizations, leading by farmers and the government, and strengthen ideological education;increase investment in ecological construction; starting from the construction of institutional systems and other aspects, to assist in promoting rural ecological revitalization. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The objective of the study was to determine the level of satisfaction among farmers who participated in the Konya Agricultural Fair with regard to their experience of agricultural fairs. The sample size was calculated according to simple random probability sampling based on finite population ratios. A survey was conducted with 96 farmers participating in the Konya agricultural fair. The age, education level, and social security status of the farmers were given with simple percentage calculations. The reasons for farmers' participation in agricultural fairs and their satisfaction levels with agricultural fairs were measured with a 5-point Likert scale. The research results showed that the farmers participating in the agricultural fair were between 30 and 49 and were high school and secondary school graduates. The vast majority of them had social security statuses such as Bağkur. It was determined that the participants participating in agricultural fairs generally had an intermediate level of education and that the farmers were satisfied with the agricultural fair. Rapid developments have also emerged in industry and technology with the globalization of the world. Fairs have a very important share in the introduction of these technologies. In addition, fairs have become the biggest dynamics of the need for socialization limited by development. Therefore, efforts should be made to increase the number of participants in agricultural fairs, and the participation of farmers in the fairs should be increased. In particular, farmers participating in agricultural fairs should be provided with access to financial resources to purchase the technologies they see at the fair. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study is undertaken to determine the behaviors of sugar beet farmers regarding pesticide selection and applications in the Çumra, Altınekin, and Seydişehir districts of Konya province, where sugar beet production is concentrated in 2023. A total of 20 sugar beet farmers were randomly selected from each district through a random sampling method, and evaluations were made based on their responses to 16 face-to-face questions. The results were calculated as percentages and presented in tables. The behaviors of farmers regarding pesticide selection and application practices were assessed in two stages. It was found that sugar beet farmers often seek information from pesticide dealers when choosing and determining the dosage of agricultural chemicals, and they mainly obtain pesticides from agricultural chemical dealers. It was noted that they acquire the chemicals when they start growing the crop, do not spray regularly for pests and diseases as a preventive measure, and pay attention to the legality, cost-effectiveness, and effectiveness of the pesticides they purchase. Half of the sugar beet farmers reported conducting at least two pesticide applications during the season, and the majority stated that they perform pesticide applications in the morning and afternoon. Farmers acknowledged the importance of pesticide residues but emphasized that the effectiveness of the pesticide was more crucial. They also reported not adhering to the waiting periods between the last pesticide application and harvest. Regarding pesticide handling, application, and post-application practices, it was observed that farmers partially protected themselves. They tended to spray excess pesticide-contaminated water at the edge of the orchard or on vacant land and dispose of empty pesticide containers haphazardly on the edge of the field. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Today, the expansion of human activities in nature has exposed large areas of the country to desertification, which has caused widespread negative economic, social, and cultural consequences. This research aimed to investigate desertification and its effects on the living conditions of the farmers of Sorkheh city. The statistical population included the farmers and the sample size was determined using Cochran's formula 97 questionnaires were completed and comparing residents' attitudes was used to analyze the items and components of the research. Also, information and quantitative data related to rainfall, temperature, underground water status, agricultural land surface, income, and number of livestock of farmers were collected and prepared and used to investigate the occurrence of desertification, complete and analyze the results. According to the results, in the last two decades, the amount of rainfall has decreased, the temperature has increased, the level of underground water has decreased, and the area of land suitable for agriculture has decreased. According to the opinion of 86.6% of the statistical sample, desertification can be seen in the form of qualitative and quantitative reduction of underground water resources, reduction of access to surface water, soil salinity, reduction of the fertility of agricultural lands, and reduction of vegetation mainly in the area. Also, the effect of desertification on the economic and socio-cultural status of the studied community has an average attitude of 3.27 (attitude: moderate) and 2.80 (moderate attitude), respectively. According to the results, the most important socio-cultural and economic effects of desertification on the living of Sarkheh farmers are the decrease in the willingness of farmers' children to marry, the reduction in the willingness of farmers to continue farming, the increase in immigration, the increase in unemployment, the decrease in the area of agricultural land and the decrease in farmers' income. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The importance of farmers' adaptation measures in addressing climate change has been widely acknowledged. Nevertheless, the assurance of their effectiveness in reducing vulnerability is not always certain, and there are instances where they may worsen the situation by promoting maladaptive outcomes. Despite its significant implications for sustainable development, empirical research has not thoroughly examined this issue. To bridge this knowledge gap, the present study undertook a comprehensive assessment of farmers' adaptation measures and the subsequent maladaptive outcomes in the Eastern-Himalayan foothills of West Bengal, India. The investigation encompassed household surveys, engaging with local stakeholders, and conducting an exhaustive review of relevant literature. This comprehensive approach led to the identification of various maladaptive outcomes, including the decline of groundwater levels, heightened emissions of greenhouse gases stemming from diesel-powered irrigation systems, the emergence of pest resistance, increased investment costs, financial losses, disruptions to social cohesion arising from alterations in cultural practices, among others. The study highlighted that climatic factors do not exclusively drive maladaptation; rather, they can be influenced by factors such as pre-existing vulnerabilities, disregard of socio-cultural norms, inadequate consideration of long-term implications, and the negligence of cost-effectiveness in adaptation endeavors. In light of these findings, the study argues for adopting more inclusive adaptation measures that yield multifaceted benefits conducive to achieving sustainability. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Pesticides have a severe impact on environmental pollution and human health, causing significant self-poisoning deaths in low- and middle-income countries. This study examines inflammation in farmers due to pesticide exposure by measuring MCP-1, IL-1β, and levels of ACTH. Using a cross-sectional design, 312 participants from conventional and organic farmer groups in Dau District, Malang Regency, were randomly selected. Results showed IL-1β levels were 633.29 ± 33.20 pg/mL in conventional farmers and 308.52 ± 65.18 pg/L in organic farmers (p < 0.001), MCP-1 levels were 506.58 ± 75.24 and 141.19 ± 39.19 pg/L, and ACTH levels were 456.64 ± 118.34 pg/L and 61.09 ± 15.98 pg/L, respectively (p < 0.001). These findings suggest that pesticide exposure induces vascular inflammation, evidenced by increased inflammatory markers in conventional farmers. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The coffee agroindustry in Indonesia, particularly in Malang Raya, has undergone expansion through the increased development of coffee processing industries, including waste and emissions. Various factors, including farming practices, land use, waste management, and the utilization of by-products influence the emission levels in the supply chain. A value chain analysis in supply chain management is essential to support sustainable coffee agroindustry. The complexity of the coffee value chain involves multiple stakeholders, including input providers, producers, traders, cooperatives, and exporters, emphasizing the intricate nature of the coffee chain and the need for coordinated efforts to ensure quality and sustainability. This research aims to identify emission sources in the supply chain and determine the economic impact of coffee production at the farmer level. The value chain operations reference is the method used for measuring the value chain. The calculation results indicate that the carbon emission footprint in the supply chain activities at the farmer level amounts to 22,734 kg CO2 with a unit cost of 0.75 €/kg. These values suggest that activities in the coffee value chain at the farmer level are still not environmentally friendly (intolerable region). Suggested approaches for enhancing the value chain for coffee farmers in Karangploso encompass the installation of a smart GPS system in vehicles for route optimization and fuel efficiency, and using organic fertilizers instead of chemical fertilizers to prevent water pollution, along with the adoption of an organic farming system to enhance the economic value of the harvest. The findings of this study are expected to be a reference for research on the value chain in coffee supply chain activities, and contribute to the enrichment of information related to the VCOR model

The utilization of high-quality seeds has a positive impact on increasing agricultural production. However, price factors hinder the willingness to pay among rice farmers in Madura Island, Indonesia. This study aims to analyze the willingness to pay (WTP) of rice farmers in Madura Island for certified rice seeds and the factors influencing it. The research was conducted on Madura Island through a survey of 95 rice farmers. We used the contingent valuation method to analyze the farmers' WTP and binary logistic regression to identify the factors influencing their willingness to pay. The results indicate that the WTP of rice farmers in Madura Island for certified rice seeds is Rp145,125 per 10 kg. This willingness to pay is significantly influenced by factors such as age, education, experience, and participation in farmer groups. Based on these findings, we hope that more farmers will use certified rice seeds, seed producers will set prices that do not exceed the farmers' payment capacity, and the local government will optimize the role of farmer groups.

The article examines aspects of the inner world, mental images that arise in connection with the comprehension of the writer’s artistic world. The study analyzes the mythologeme “Earth” (“mother moist earth, motherland, native land, nature”), the fi gurative structure of which is presented in the artistic space of the novel “Life and Fate” by V. S. Grossman. Linguistic means express mythological and symbolic imagery in a work of art. The purpose of the study is to analyze the images of “one’s own”, “native” and “alien”, “non-native”, which actualize the mythologeme “Earth” in the individual Grossman’s picture of the world. Highlighting conceptual connections in the text shows the ideas of V. S. Grossman and his individual author’s picture, reveals the linguocultural meanings of the national linguistic picture of the world. In our study, the mythologeme “Earth” is considered as an individual author’s formation in the artistic world in the novel “Life and Fate” by V. S. Grossman. The mythologem “Earth” represents the author’s multidimensional understanding of the images of the earth (the image of the native land, the image of “mother moist earth”, the image of the motherland, the image of nature) as generic markers of the metaphorical imagery of the mythologem earth. In turn, they reveal the connection between Grossman’s author’s worldview and the artistic world of the work, in which the ancestral connection of generations protecting Mother Earth is actualized in multiple contexts. The topic raised is not presented in the scientifi c literature, which undoubtedly determines the novelty of the study, during which analytical, descriptive and interpretive methods were used. In the course of the study, four semantic blocks of contexts are identifi ed that express the generic taxonomy of the imagery of the mythologeme “Earth” (the image of the native land, the image of “mother moist earth”, the image of the motherland, the image of nature). The study of the imagery of the mythologeme “Earth” by identifying generic, mythological, theomorphic, ritual, ritual metaphors seems to be a scientifi cally based necessity and a prospect for further research into the individual author’s picture of the world.

Background: Dengue Fever (DF) is a type of fever that comes on suddenly and lasts for 2 - 7 days. It is caused by the dengue virus and is spread by the Aedes aegypti mosquito. Purpose: The purpose of this research is to investigate the relationship between the level of knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors about DF and the incidence of dengue. Method: This research utilized a non-experimental, cross-sectional design with a correlational research approach. The data were collected using a probability sampling technique called simple random sampling. This research surveyed 67 family heads, who worked as farmers, to become respondents and their data were analyzed using the Chi-square test. Result: The statistical analysis using the Chi-square test resulted in p-values of 0.000055 for knowledge, 0.00001 for attitudes, and 0.003316 for behavior. All of which were significant at a level of p-value < 0.05. The findings revealed that the majority of respondents 83% had a high level of knowledge about dengue, 77% had a high level of attitudes, and 66% exhibited a high level of behaviors. Out of the 67 respondents, a large percentage 85% had not contracted dengue fever. Conclusion: There is a significant correlation between the level of knowledge, behaviors, and attitudes regarding Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever (DHF) and the incidence of dengue fever.

In order to accelerate the transformation of agricultural development mode, promote ecological restoration and governance, and promote agricultural sustainable development, China has vigorously promoted the cultivation mode of rotation. As a region with significant natural environmental constraints, the cold black soil region has strict requirements for crop growth period, and it is relatively difficult to carry out crop rotation activities in this natural environment. This study used the theory of planned behavior (TPB) and a structural equation model (SEM) to perform an empirical study on 742 farmers' rotation intention in Luobei County, China, to investigate the factors that influence farmers' rotation intention in the cold black soil region. According to the different planting area mechanism, farmers were divided into agricultural area, forest area and reclamation area, and the planting area mechanism was included in the study as a regulating variable. The findings demonstrated that farmers' intention to rotate their crops were significantly positively impacted by their attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavior control. There were notable beneficial effects on crop rotation intention due to the subjective norms and perceived behavior control in the three domains of agriculture, forestry, and reclamation. Farmers' attitude in the agricultural and reclamation regions have a significant positive impact on their intention to rotate, whereas their attitude in the forest regions have no significant impact. This study also shows that there is a significant positive correlation in all three regions between farmers' attitude, subjective norms, and perceived behavior control, indicating that the TPB is a good tool to use when examining farmers' intention to rotate. The findings of this study will be crucial in helping the government advance crop rotation technology and encourage the sustainable use of arable land. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Using data from China's 2017 national household survey, we examine the effect of psychological distance on Chinese farmers' willingness to make financing choices. Our empirical results show that psychological distance has a statistically significant impact on farmers' choice of finance. A close psychological distance increases farmers' willingness to choose financial institutions by activating low-level construal representation. Fintech plays an intermediary role. The psychological distance between farmers and financial institutions affects farmers' financing choices and is mediated by fintech. Our study offers the micro-level proof of the relationship between psychological distance and Chinese farmers' financing preferences. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Introduction: The prevalence of hypertension among farmers/farm workers in Indonesia has reached 36.1%. Many studies have been conducted on hypertension's causes and risk factors in farmers/farm workers. However, each agro-industrial area has its characteristics, so it is essential to recognize these problems to find solutions. This study aims to identify problems related to risk factors that cause hypertension in agricultural workers in Jember Regency. Materials and methods: This research is an observational analytical research. The target population is the agro-industrial community, especially those who work in the agromedical field, namely agricultural workers. Determining the sample size in this study used total sampling, namely 64 agricultural workers with hypertension based on medical record data at the community health center. The research instrument is a questionnaire with structured interviews. The data analysis test that will be used in this research is the chi-square test to analyze the relationship hypertension risk factors in farm workers. The data had been collected from various risk factors that can determine the prevalence of hypertension in farm workers, such as smoking, obesity, high fat intake, excessive alcohol intake, high salt intake, and ignorance. Results: From the statistical test results of the six variables, only two variables had high significance values (α<0.05). High salt intake (α=0.045) and ignorance factor (α=0.027) are those variables. Conclusion: The conclusion in this study is that the risk factors that cause the high prevalence of hypertension in farmers are factors of high sodium intake and ignorance. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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Agribusinesses invest in harnessing the goodwill affiliated with US agrarianism and farm iconography, hoping publics transfer the goodwill they attach to farming onto corporations. To make apparent agribusiness’s rhetorical strategies, we analyze “For the Farmers,” a 2021–2022 John Deere and Anheuser-Busch collaborative campaign to raise money for the nonprofit Farm Rescue. We theorize how productive tensions—farmers as thriving vs. farmers as needy and farms as human spaces vs. farms as machine spaces—mobilize the contradictions of agribusiness mythmaking in the twenty-first century. Our analysis of this campaign’s beer packaging and promotional video offers scholars who are invested in food rhetoric and agricultural communication an invitation to notice how agribusiness atmospheres both host contradiction about imagined pasts and recenter white masculinity to evoke a secure future based on trust of industrial-scale farming and the hydrocarbon economy. By theorizing how rhetorical affect aligns drinking beer with rescuing farmers, we offer a model of critiquing agribusiness’s reliance on myths to promote their brands. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This perspective paper presents a conceptual, theoretical framework of the weather as a determinant of mental health for farmers. This model proposes that the effects of extreme weather events have interacting and cumulative effects for farmers, who are dependent on the land. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Simple Summary: Ongoing consumer support of the Australian red meat industry requires the industry to be transparent and accountable about the welfare of beef cattle under production. We conducted an online survey of Australian pasture-based beef cattle producers to determine the welfare measures they thought were important to include in a welfare benchmarking system and the feasibility of self-collecting animal-based data. Overall, the perceived feasibility of collecting animal-based data was related to land size and herd size, the producers' overall attitude about the importance of quality of life in food-producing animals and the importance of individual cattle welfare measures to that producer. A well-designed and targeted programme to educate producers on why certain welfare measures are important will be crucial to increase uptake and retention in a voluntary welfare benchmarking system. A voluntary, producer-driven welfare benchmarking system has been explored as a way of incentivising welfare improvement in pasture-based beef cattle and providing transparency and accountability to the industry. This study aimed to determine the acceptability and feasibility of measures for inclusion in a welfare benchmarking system and how this is influenced by respondents' attitudes and beliefs. A survey was disseminated online to Australian producers in July 2020. Producers were asked to indicate the welfare measures (n = 59) they thought most important to check to determine if cattle on pasture-based farms have a good quality of life (QOL) and the feasibility of collecting animal-based welfare data and completing a stockperson attitudes questionnaire. Basic demographic and attitude data were also collected. Responses from 274 producers were included (52% male) with median land size 340 Ha (range 4–500,000) and herd size 200 head (2–200,000). Feasibility was related to QOL attitudes for 11 of the 17 animal-based measures (p < 0.01–0.02). Feasibility was also related to land or herd size but was not affected by other demographics, such as gender. In all significant dependencies, feasibility was reported as greater in those who thought it important to check the corresponding welfare measure. Producers who rated QOL as very important were also more likely to perceive the collection of animal-based data as feasible. A well-designed and targeted programme to educate producers on why certain welfare measures are important will be crucial to increase uptake and retention in a voluntary producer-driven welfare benchmarking scheme. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cette étude présente une réflexion sur l'habitation d'un lieu et la constitution d'un « Soi territorial », dans le contexte de la vie et du travail « paysan ». L'hypothèse est alors posée d'une possible « psychopathologie de la (dé-) territorialisation », selon laquelle un « non-lieu », générateur de non-sens, peut se trouver impliqué dans une dynamique suicidaire en lien spécifique avec la dimension territoriale du Soi et l'habitation impossible d'un lieu. Les aspects cliniques et psychopathologiques sont appréhendés dans la perspective du lien entre certains « paysans de tradition » et leur lieu de vie, au regard de l'empreinte réciproque entre psychisme et territoire. Cette réflexion exploratoire permet d'orienter des recherches cliniques auprès d'agriculteurs en souffrance en marge des « troubles psycho-sociaux » habituellement recensés. Les limitations et impasses induites par des processus dissociatifs, ou mélancoliques sont rapportés soit à une défaillance de la Présence, compromettant la construction d'un monde habitable, c'est-à-dire territorialisable, soit à l'hostilité d'un monde réfractaire à la dynamique d'un processus de territorialisation, et donc inapte à permettre d'y séjourner. Ces considérations ouvrent une perspective originale de recherches qualitatives visant à appréhender les rapports entre altération des assises territoriales du Soi et intentionnalité suicidaire. This study presents a reflection on the inhabitation of a place and the constitution of a territorial Self,' in the context of 'country' life and work. The hypothesis is then put forward of a possible 'psychopathology of (de-)territorialization,' according to which a 'non-place,' generator of meaninglessness, may be involved in a suicidal dynamics specifically linked to the territorial dimension of the Self and the impossible inhabitation of a place. The clinical and psychopathological aspects are examined from the perspective of the link between certain 'traditional farmers' and the place where they live, with regard to the reciprocal imprint between psyche and territory. This exploratory study will provide guidance for clinical research into the suffering of farmers who fall outside the scope of commonly identified 'psycho-social disorders.' The limitations and impasses induced by dissociative or melancholic processes are related either to a failure of Presence, compromising the construction of a habitable world, i.e. one that can be territorialized, or to the hostility of a world that is resistant to the dynamics of a territorialization process, and therefore unfit to allow us to dwell in it. These considerations open up an original perspective for qualitative research aimed at understanding the relationships between alteration of the territorial foundations of the Self and suicidal intentionality. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study evaluated the effectiveness of a participatory training program for mitigating the risk of slips, trips, and falls (STFs) in agriculture. We conducted a cluster randomized controlled trial of corn farmers over six months in Thailand. The participatory training intervention comprised lectures, group discussions, and presentation sessions centered around a specifically developed action checklist for occupational fall prevention. Sixty-two individuals were included in the intervention group, with 169 included in the control group. The results revealed a reduction in the incidence of STFs in the intervention group from 42% to 23%; however, this difference was not statistically significant. The study highlights the potential of participatory training for enhancing occupational safety for farmers. However, the absence of statistical significance necessitates cautious interpretation of the results. Future research should examine larger sample sizes, involve employers in the training process, and implement repetitive training interventions. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose The main purpose of this article is to analyze the development of vocational subjects in indigenous educational institutes during the Japanese colonial period and how it cooperated with the official industrial positioning of indigenous tribes. While traditional farming was passed down from one generation to the next, vocational subjects in educational institutes during the Japanese colonial period were school subjects. The difference between the two deserves in-depth analysis. Finally, this study seeks to understand the impact of Japanese-introduced agricultural practices in indigenous tribal societies. Main Theories or Conceptual Frameworks The analysis spans the entire Japanese colonial period, divided into periods based on the formulation and revision of the Educational Institute regulations. The regulations issued by the Educational Institute of Taiwan Governor's Office were the 1908 "Education Standards for the Indigenous Children" and the 1928 and 1941 "Education Standards of Educational Institute". The study examines the development process of vocational subjects through the lens of these Educational Institute regulations. Research Design/Methods/Participants This article employs a historical research approach. In addition to discussing the standards of Indigenous Educational Institutes across different periods, it is also supported by the analysis and discussion of relevant historical documents to understand the development process of vocational subjects of Indigenous Educational Institute. Research Findings or Conclusions From the early days of the Japanese occupation, the indigenous affairs were handled by the police. Under the policy of "managing indigenous peoples", indigenous peoples education became part of the policy. The purpose of "managing indigenous peoples" was to train these peoples as citizens and farmers, as reflected in official policies. Agriculture become the official industry positioning for the indigenous tribes, and vocational subjects of Indigenous Education Institute was in line with the development of this industry had enabled graduates from educational institutes to engage in farming. In addition to vocational subjects at the educational institute, the government also provided industrial guidance to the tribes with the police station as the center. Together with the group relocation measures to the foothills, the tribes were allowed to enter an agricultural society. This type of agriculture was Japanesestyle agriculture, which was acceptable to the indigenous peoples and could even replace traditional farming because it was more productive. The crop income from the internship park could reduce the burden of official education fees and help increase the enrollment rate of children in educational Institute, which reached 87.71% in 1942. Coupled with the Takasago tribe's reservation measures promoted during the Showa period, each tribal household could be allocated farmland, making farming the main livelihood of the tribe. According to the statistics of the "Takasago people's production annual report", in terms of the harvest volume of food crops and income and savings, it could be inferred that the tribe had reached self-sufficiency. Theoretical or Practical Insights/Contributions/Recommendations Japan currently defines "vocational subjects" as subjects that focus on practical exercises. Currently, Taiwan's middle schools offer "Life Science and Technology" curriculums, which also include practical teaching content. These two types of curriculums may appear to be similar: the former had the connotation of career preparation and employment consideration in Japanese colonial period, while the latter have the function of career trial; similar to the former, the class hours of the latter include internships to enhance skill. For the current "Life Science and Technology" curriculums in middle schools are to strengthen practical abilities, they can appropriately plan the time for internships and practical activities. Because the Indigenous Educational Institute had an internship park, it also arranged internship hours related to vocational subjects and not included in the curriculum. This is similar to the "self-made education" promoted in recent years. This is similar to the "selfmade education" promoted in recent years. If the school's self-made education and technology center appropriately plans the internship hours, it will improve the teaching effect. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Cultivated land system confronts with a series of problems hindering its socioeconomic and ecological sustainability. Sustainable intensification of cultivated land use (SICLU) is considered as an efficient method to achieve three aspects of sustainable goals in society, economy and ecology simultaneously. Farmers, the main executor of all agricultural strategies, are the core of SICLU research. However, there is a small quantity of researches on SICLU from the perspective of farmers’ social psychology. Therefore, this article measured the level of SICLU at the farmer scale using super-efficiency SBM model, and relying on structural equation modeling and an innovative research framework, explored the association mechanism among farmers’ cognition, intention and behavior of SICLU. Finally, the results showed that (1) most of samples are at a medium or higher level of SICLU. (2) all samples’ cognition are significantly positively related to their behavior and their behavior significantly negatively affect their intention. (3) correlation characteristics among them are slightly different under each level. The proposed research outline not only expand the scope of SI research to the perspective of social psychology in breadth, but in depth take targeted actions to protect agricultural environment, make cultivated land system sustainable and alleviate food crisis.

We report a case of sporotrichosis in an elderly male farmer at the site of a cat scratch scar.An 84-year-old Japanese farmer was scratched by his cat two months before his visit to our hospital.A skin biopsy was performed. Tissue culture revealed the presence of Sporothrix globosa.The patient was treated with oral itraconazole 200 mg/day for 13 months due to a slow healing ulceration, and the symptoms resolved. (71 words).

The Central Java Province primarily contributes to the national food supply, serving as one of the leading centers for rice production on Java Island. In this province, there are indications of a shift in the interests of the population working in the agricultural sector, moving to other sectors outside of agriculture. This phenomenon is related to the productivity of the workforce in the agricultural sector. Based on that reality, this research examines labor productivity in lowland rice farming in the Central Java Province. The study is conducted in the Grobogan and Sukoharjo Regencies of the Central Java Province, involving 250 samples of lowland rice farmers. The research results indicate that labor productivity in lowland rice farming in the Central Java Province is 1.5 quintals/human working day. The labor productivity Hayami–Ruttan model analysis shows that seed, urea fertilizer, and pesticide quantity, as well as planting area, formal education, and age of farmers, significantly and positively influence labor productivity in wet rice farming in Central Java. The independent variables in the model can explain 61.12% of the variation in labor productivity in wet rice farming. Farmers must pay attention to these variables when implementing wet rice farming practices to increase labor productivity and profit so they do not have to work outside the agriculture sector.

This study examines the determinants of life insurance ownership with a focus on rural areas and farming households in the United States. Utilizing data from online surveys conducted in 2019 and 2021, this paper explores how psychological factors, financial knowledge, and household characteristics influence life insurance ownership. Traditional indicators like wealth, income, and age were evaluated alongside less frequently discussed variables such as farm loans and rural residency. Machine learning techniques, including neural networks, Support Vector Machine modeling, Gradient Boosting, and logistic regression, were employed to identify the most robust predictors of life insurance demand. The findings reveal that farming-associated factors, particularly holding a farm loan and living in a farming household, significantly predict life insurance ownership. The study also highlights the complexity of life insurance demand, showing that financial education and management practices are critical determinants. This research underscores the need for tailored financial risk management strategies for rural and farming households and contributes to a nuanced understanding of life insurance demand in varying contexts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Milk consumption is crucial for a balanced diet, yet recent trends indicate a decline, especially in Italy. A significant factor in this decline is the altered perception of milk quality among consumers, which has created a communication gap between them and other stakeholders. This study aimed to explore the discourse on social media and sentiment towards the concept of milk quality among consumers, farmers, and processors. The research adopted social media analysis to examine online-community messages. A sample of 19,906 Italian comments and posts mentioning keywords "milk", "quality", "cow", and "vaccine" was collected and categorized using term-frequency analysis, correspondence analysis, and sentiment analysis. Results highlighted gaps in perceptions of milk quality: farmers focused on economic issues, consumers on animal welfare and health, and processors on lactose content. For farmers, almost all comments were negative, while for processors, nearly all comments were positive. Consumers presented a more mixed picture. This work contributes to the literature by expanding research on milk quality, using social media as a source of information. The findings suggest that enhancing communication and understanding among these groups could lead to more effective strategies for addressing consumer concerns, potentially reversing the decline in milk consumption. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) serve as crucial first-line extension networks, facilitating the dissemination of agricultural technologies tailored to the specific needs of agricultural and allied sectors. These institutions serve to accelerate farm productivity and ensure overall development of the farming community. The perception and disposition of farmers towards the Krishi Vigyan Kendra of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) significantly impacts the operational effectiveness of the institution. An instrument was developed with the purpose of assessing the farmers' attitude towards the agriculture and allied sector extension activities implemented by the Krishi Vigyan Kendra by employing the Thurston and Chave equal appearing interval approach of scale construction. The final scale comprised of 20 statements, evenly divided into ten positive and ten negative statements. The determination of the scale's dependability was assessed using the reliability coefficient, namely the Cronbach alpha. The scale's validity was assessed using the expert evaluations. The scale's reliability and validity are indicative of the consistency and precision of its results. The present scale possesses the capability to assess the attitudes of farmers towards the Krishi Vigyan Kendra of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR). [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Migrant and seasonal farmworkers are a vulnerable population with a potentially high risk for hearing loss due to farm-related noise exposures. Occupational noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) is permanent, and it is associated with an increased risk for injuries on the job, as well as communication difficulties, isolation, and depression. The México/US border region is one of the most productive agricultural regions in the country, however, no known studies have explored hearing loss among farmworkers in this area. This pilot study was a first step toward measuring and addressing hearing loss and noise exposure among this region's farmworkers. We conducted a cross-sectional survey to estimate the prevalence of subjective hearing difficulties among Yuma County, Arizona farmworkers. Survey interviews took place during a late-night farmworker health fair from 2 am to 6 am to accommodate local farms' labor schedules. Multivariable regression adjusted for demographic and work covariates estimated subjective hearing loss prevalence ratios. Among 132 farmworker participants, 36% reported they have or might have hearing loss, and 62% reported no hearing loss. Subjective hearing loss prevalence was lower in farmworkers who report not working in noise compared to prevalence in farmworkers who work in noise [prevalence ratio, 0.44 (95% CI 0.23–0.82)]. This report contributes to understanding the perception of hearing-related health and occupational exposures among farmworkers in the México-US Southwest border region. The information from this line of research will inform appropriate safety measures known to lower the risk of experiencing occupational NIHL. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Shallots are a highly demanded, perishable commodity whose fluctuating prices pose significant risks to farmers, affecting their income stability. This research aims to model and simulate the selling decisions of shallot farmers using Agent-Based Modeling (ABM). The model represents the individual behaviors of farmers and buyers, focusing on decisions to either delay or immediately sell harvested shallots. Key variables such as market prices, inventory levels, and profit expectations were incorporated into the model. Primary data were collected from observations of shallot farmers in Nganjuk, East Java. In contrast, secondary data were sourced from the Indonesian Central Statistics Agency (BPS). The simulation results indicate farmers maximize their profits by selling shallots when the minimum sales profit margin reaches 20%. Farmers tend to postpone sales when market prices fall by drying the shallots, reducing market supply, and elevating prices. The study concludes that delaying sales can be an effective strategy to stabilize prices and enhance profitability, particularly when dried shallots command higher prices than fresh ones. These findings offer valuable insights for developing agricultural policies to optimize farmers' income while mitigating price volatility risks. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This study investigated insecticide usage and associated acute health hazards in rice farming in Odisha, India. A retrospective cross-sectional study design was used to collect data from 139 participants, in the post-monsoon period, 2023. The participants were overwhelmingly male, mostly aged 30 and over, with basic literacy and a range of educational attainment, three-quarters ceasing education by 10th grade and a significant number never attending school. Most farmers/farmworkers used low or moderately toxic insecticides in low doses, typically 3 times/year. However, uptake of appropriate PPE was poor when mixing and applying insecticides. Almost two-thirds (63.4%) of participants reported discomfort/illness after insecticide exposure. Over 90% reported up to 3 symptoms, most experiencing skin irritation. The reported health symptoms were significantly higher among those who ate and drank during insecticide application, compared to those who did not. The number of symptoms reported was also significantly higher in participants who had seen or heard of community insecticide poisoning cases in the previous 12 months, compared with those who had not. Further research is needed on barriers to using effective PPE and on information and training on risks and controls of insecticide exposure that are appropriate for rice farmers in Odisha, India. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Farmers in the United States (U.S.) are exposed to myriad stressors and experience their negative effects, including higher rates of suicide than individuals in some other occupations. However, interventions to address mental health amongst farmers have faced barriers, such as farmers' perceived stigma regarding mental health, time constraints, and geographical isolation. Using text-messaging for intervention delivery may help to address some barriers, as text messages are private, delivered directly to one's phone, and require no travel. Our objective was to develop and assess the feasibility, acceptability, and initial efficacy of a text-messaging mental health literacy intervention tailored to U.S. farmers: Growing Resiliency in Tough Times (GRITT). U.S. farmers (N = 134) were randomly assigned to an intervention group, who received 12 weeks of text messages regarding mental health literacy, or a control group, who received no treatment. Online pre-test and post-test surveys assessed mental health knowledge, familiarity with relevant mental health resources, self-efficacy to manage stress, and perceived stress. Feasibility was assessed via recruitment and retention data, and intervention group participants completed post-test measures to assess acceptability. Results indicate that intervention group participants were highly satisfied with the intervention and had higher post-test scores on multiple facets of mental health literacy and self-efficacy to manage farm stress than control group participants. The intervention group experienced a significant drop in perceived stress from pre-test to post-test. Participant retention was relatively high (84%). However, recruitment difficulties call into question intervention feasibility. Though the intervention was efficacious in enhancing mental health literacy, improving stress management self-efficacy, and reducing stress, difficulties with participant recruitment indicate the need for continued intervention research in this context. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Irish farmers are adversely affected by noncommunicable diseases. Although there has been an increase in farmer health promotion activities in Ireland, farmers views on lifestyle programs are currently unknown. To qualitatively analyze the impact of the previously mentioned 6-week physical activity and health education intervention on farmer health and to investigate how best to support this cohort moving forward. A qualitative study was conducted online (two interviews, three focus groups) with fourteen Irish farmers (53.5 ± 6.5 years) who completed the 6-week program in December 2019. Interviews and focus groups were recorded, transcribed, and analyzed for themes. The main themes that emerged from this study were barriers, facilitators, and recommendations for lifestyle programs aimed to improve farmer health. Additional views on health and lifestyle behaviors were mentioned. Time of year was reported as the main barrier for farmers to engage in lifestyle programs. The key facilitators reported by farmers were the social health benefits obtained from the program and the farmer-specific nature of the program. Farmers suggested that physical activity and health education programs that are farmer-specific, delivered locally and catering for all fitness abilities should be more widely available to them. Although some farmers reported that they maintained the lifestyle behaviors they established during the initial 6-week program, follow-up supports are needed to encourage sustainable behavior change. Interventions that are farmer-specific, community-based, and feasible within the context of available resources may be effective in improving farmer health. Working in partnership with organizations that support farmers has the potential to improve farmer health. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]