Gender Analysis of Uptake of Trichogramma chilonis to Control Helicoverpa armigera on Tomato Crops in Pakistan

The production of tomato in Pakistan is affected by Helicoverpa armigera, which causes significant crop loss. Farmers mostly use insecticides to control the pest, but an excessive and indiscriminate these products has resulted environmental health hazards. Trichogramma promoted as alternative bio-control method. This study aimed look at gender-related barriers against uptake farmers Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces Pakistan. Key-informant interviews were conducted with researchers agricultural extension staff involved dissemination this technology. In-depth focus-group discussions carried out female male using non-using farmers. Results showed that communicating directly women about method helped improve farming households. reduced risks was important for farmers, while more concerned effectiveness compared pesticides. Using reduce time labour spent men on pest management improved their yield income. However, it increased demand women’s decision-making roles regarding income from remained low. A lack information, training, reliable supply main reasons had not Trichogramma.