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 | | FFS farmers were able to mention more types of pests, types of natural enemies, crop management methods, and pesticide side-effects than non-FFS farmers. |
 | | FFS farmers were able to mention more types of pests, diseases, natural enemies, crop management methods and pesticide side-effects than non-FFS farmers. |
 | | FFS respondents knew more types of beneficial organisms and alternative pest control methods, were better aware of pesticide health risks, and were more often asked for advice by other farmers, than were non-FFS respondents. |
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