| Author | Sumetha Wichienpet |
| Call Number | AIT RSPR no.EV-02-08 |
| Subject(s) | Pesticides--Government policy--Thailand
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| Note | A research study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science (Executive), School of Environment, Resources and Development |
| Publisher | Asian Institute of Technology |
| Series Statement | Research studies project report ; no. EV-02-08 |
| Abstract | The increasing use of pesticide in Thailand has lead to adverse effects on human
health, the environment, non-target species, and ecosystem losses. It has resulted in
contamination of soil, water, groundwater with pesticide residue. Industrial workers suffer
harmful effects from exposure to pesticides during the production process. In addition,
exports of food and agricultural products have been rejected due to high levels of pesticide
residues.
A review of the existing situation was conducted, concerning pesticide utilization,
the registration of other countries, the role of government and other stakeholders taking
responsibility for developing policy and pesticide management. The review assessed the
effectiveness of the existing policy framework for pesticide management in Thailand.
The study results find that a) the present policy and measures are correct for
complying with the international convention/protocols. b) the present policy on pesticide
management and control in Thailand focuses on public safety, and environmental
protection.
In conclusion, the recommendations that the policy will be successful are all sector
groups comply with their roles strictly, to fulfill the required control measures.
Government agencies should ratify the international convention/protocols focused on
public health and safety, and environmental quality at the local, regional, and global levels.
The implementation of the policy and measures will result in better quality of life,
preservation of environmental quality and natural resources for the next generation, and
acceptance of agricultural exports, so that they are competitive in the world market. The
suggestions to go to final outputs are the feasibility of the present policy was assessed
using SWOT Analysis:
a) Strengths: public acceptance, no increased budget, and regroup units;
b) Weaknesses: conflict between the organizations, and lack of effective staff;
c) Opportunities: comply with International regulations, and help food exports;
d) Threats: need seminars among the existing organizations, technical knowledge
transfer to the local authorities, widely spread advertisements, and strengthening
company awareness. |
| Year | 2002 |
| Corresponding Series Added Entry | Asian Institute of Technology. Research studies project report ; no. EV-02-08 |
| Type | Research Study Project Report (RSPR) |
| School | School of Environment, Resources, and Development (SERD) |
| Department | Department of Energy and Climate Change (Former title: Department of Energy, Environment, and Climate Change (DEECC)) |
| Academic Program/FoS | Environmental Engineering and Management (EV) |
| Chairperson(s) | Visvanathan, Chettiyappan |
| Examination Committee(s) | Preeda Parkpian;
Thammarat Koottatep |
| Scholarship Donor(s) | Pollution Control Department;
Asian Institute of Technology |
| Degree | Research report (M.Sc.) - Asian Institute of Technology, 2002 |