Pesticide perceptions, practices, and Bt cotton adoption potential among Bangladeshi cotton farmers

Key Points

• Pesticide perceptions impact decisions on Bt cotton adoption among farmers in Bangladesh.
• Farmers with positive perceptions of pesticides are more likely to consider adopting Bt cotton technology.
• Assessments of farmers' practices highlight key barriers and facilitators affecting Bt cotton adoption.
• This analysis suggests the need for educational programs to improve perceptions of pesticide safety and benefits.