Good Agricultural Practices Research Articles

Dissipation and dietary risk assessment of fluoxapiprolin (and its metabolites) residues in cucumber and tomato samples under field conditions

The present study was undertaken to understand the dissipation behaviour/kinetics of fluoxapiprolin and its metabolites in cucumber and tomato under field conditions. A QuEChERS based extraction method followed by liquid chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS) analysis showed that all method validation parameters were within the acceptable range as per international standards with a limit of quantitation (LOQ) of 0.01 mg kg−1 for all analytes. As significant matrix effects were observed with a few metabolites, matrix matched standards were used for the whole study. Residues of fluoxapiprolin in cucumber at standard dose were steady from 0 to 3 day after application and were below LOQ on the 5th day after application. In cucumber fruit at double dose and in tomato at both the doses the residues followed second-order kinetics and were respectively ≤ LOQ from days 7 and 14 onwards. Pre-harvest intervals (PHI) of 5 days and 14 days are proposed for cucumber and tomato fruits respectively. All the metabolites were ≤ LOQ from day 0 in all the matrices. The consumer risk, assessed as Hazard Quotient (HQ), showed that HQ was ≤1 in all the cases. The results of the present study and earlier studies on other similar fungicides suggest that the use of fluoxapiprolin in cucumber and tomato fruits may not pose health or environmental hazards provided that good agricultural practices are followed and the proposed waiting period is observed. The data from the present study can be used by regulatory bodies in establishing maximum residue limits.

Antimicrobial use on pig farms in Thailand: Farmer perceptions of use and resistance

Limiting the use of antimicrobial agents in intensive livestock production is a challenge due to different perceptions between the short-term benefits of antimicrobial use (AMU) by livestock producers and the long-term social costs of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its impact on human, animal, and environmental health. Pig farmers are key stakeholders supporting Thailand’s national strategic plan on AMR which aims to reduce antimicrobial consumption in the livestock sector. Consequently, this study explored the knowledge, perceptions, attitudes, and practices of pig farmers towards AMU and AMR, expecting to provide information that would help guide policymakers in the development of a proper interventional program for antimicrobial stewardship. The qualitative approach utilized individual, face-to-face, in-depth, semi-structured interviews with the 20 owners of middle- and large-scale pig farms in eastern Thailand. The major themes identified in this finding were: (1) the use of antimicrobials on farms and the knowledge of antimicrobials; (2) AMU on pig farms (the purpose of AMU, antimicrobial prescription practices, and performing antimicrobial susceptibility testing); (3) attitudes towards prescribing practices and record keeping; (4) farm animal husbandry practices and AMU; (5) factors influencing AMU; and (6) awareness regarding AMR. Most of the pig farm owners recognized that achieving Good Agricultural Practices certification required following the legislation and regulations for AMU. Other observations were that the respondents had positive attitudes towards prescribing practices, performing antimicrobial susceptibility testing before antimicrobial therapy, and recording drug use on farms; however, there was low awareness of AMR. In addition, alternative substances, such as medicinal plants, and proper biosecurity practices were mentioned. Factors influencing AMU on pig farms were intensive enforcement of legislation and regulations, the implementation of farm management practices, the provision of information and consultancy services by veterinary professionals, farmer experience, and consumer trends.

Monitoring the Use of Synthetic Pesticides for Pest and Disease Control of Rice Plants in Tidal Marshlands

The majority of people in tidal marshland areas are farmers. Many of the crops grown by the community are food crops such as rice. Rice is one of the food crop commodities that has high economic value. In cultivating rice plants to improve the quality of production, farmers on tidal land currently use chemical pesticides as the most effective alternative source in controlling pests and diseases. This study aims to determine the various types of pests and diseases in rice plants, and the types of synthetic pesticides used by farmers in increasing awareness of the environment from good and proper agricultural practices. The research was conducted in 2023 during the rice season. The method of implementation was carried out by surveying 40 rice farmers in Air Salek District, Banyuasin Regency, namely interviewing according to the questionnaire. The results of the monitoring and interviews showed that the pests and diseases that attacked rice plants were False White Pest (Cnaphalocrosis medinalis), Rice Stem Borer, Brown Stem Leafhopper (Nilaparvata lugens), Armyworm (Spodoptera litura), Leaf Blast, and Neck Blast. There are two types of synthetic pesticides used to control pests and diseases, namely insecticides made from the active ingredient Klorpiripos with a percentage of 55% and 85% fungicides made from the active ingredient Trifloxystrobin 25%, Tebukunazol are in demand by farmers. In the application of synthetic pesticides farmers do not meet the standards due to the low education of farmers.

Ripe for contracts? Estimating the impact of an avocado producer organization contract farming intervention

AbstractWe evaluate the impact of a producer organization avocado contract farming intervention in Kenya that included (1) an agreement to sell to an avocado exporting company, (2) access to training, and (3) support to gain group‐level Global Good Agricultural Practices (GLOBALG.A.P.) certification as main activities. Using a (nonexperimental) doubly robust difference‐in‐differences design with farm‐level panel data from 2015 and 2017, we show that farmers began selling to the contracted company, were recently trained and received the GLOBALG.A.P. certification. However, the intervention's uptake was less than perfect, especially concerning the procurement aspect of the contract, suggesting widespread side selling. In terms of outcomes, contract farming nevertheless significantly improved sales prices and reported quality, increased direct sales to companies, and led to more planted trees, but also increased total production costs. The effects are driven by the Hass avocado variety, which is in higher demand in export markets and the contracted avocado variety. No significant income and other welfare effects were found.

CHALLENGES AND GAP CAPACITY OF PALM OIL FARMERS IN ACCESSING DIGITAL EXTENSION AND ASSISTANCE SERVICES

Palm oil cultivation practices in the future must adopt good agricultural practices (GAP) to ensure sustainability and market acceptance. If farmers fail to implement GAP, they will face the threat of being marginalized and even eliminated from the supply chain. Extension services can be a means of disseminating information regarding the palm oil GAP. With the development of ICT, opportunities have opened up to use digital platforms as a medium for extension. In this research, a socio-economic and demographic characteristics of farmers for digital-based extension services was studied. Farmer data from four locations namely East Kotawaringin, Paser, Sekadau, and Central Mamuju were collected. Data from each parameter component at each location was analyzed for variance (Anova) at a 5% level of significance. The results show that the level of education is directly proportional, while age is inversely proportional to the level of ownership of smartphones as a means of digital education. The existence of farmer groups increases the percentage of conventional extension received by farmers, and where farmers also get information regarding the availability of digital extension materials. The variations in the level of importance and type of information needed by farmers are caused by the development phases of oil palm plantations. Recommendations for overcoming challenges and reducing the gap in farmer capacity in accessing digital extension is development of an integrated digital platform specifically for extension on oil palm cultivation that is adaptive to the needs of farmers and to various digital tools to enhance dissemination.

Farming Systems and GAP Adoption in JASS Coffee in Tlahab, Temanggung Regency, Indonesia

Farming systems provide information about the complexity of agriculture at the household level in a region. In Temanggung, Indonesia, the Java Arabica Sindoro-Sumbing (JASS) coffee intercropped with tobacco and vegetables provides an interesting interaction study. Despite its potential, no in-depth research has been conducted on farming systems and the level of good agricultural practices (GAP) adoption in JASS plantations. This study sought to analyze farming systems and determine the level of GAP adoption by the JASS coffee farmers in Tlahab, Temanggung, Central Java Province. One hundred fifty-eight purposively sampled farmers were interviewed in depth. The study employed agrarian system diagnosis as tool for analyzing farming systems, and calculated GAP adoption using the chi-square test. Before 1999, the simple farming system consisted of planting tobacco and red beans during the dry season, switching to corn during the rainy season, and keeping livestock for emergency savings and manure. However, erosion was a major problem because few wood trees existed. Farmers grew JASS coffee in large quantities and positioned it as a conservation plant and as a new income source. After 2000, they grew JASS coffee alongside tobacco and red beans during the dry season, followed by more diverse cropping during the rainy season. The study classified the JASS coffee farmers as specialist, rainforest, and diversified coffee farmers. Plant spacing and intercropping had more than 75 percent adoption rate, water and soil conservation, along with growing shade trees, had 30 to 50 percent adoption, while fertilizing and pruning had less than 25 percent. Specialist coffee farmers dominated the practice of GAP cultivation and had higher yield and income from coffee cherries than two other types of farmers.

Smart agriculture assurance: IoT and blockchain for trusted sustainable produce

Current conventional agricultural practices have exacerbated the depletion of soil, loss of biodiversity, and intensified the substantial challenges of food security including monoculture dependence, resource intensiveness, access and distribution issues. This has raised consumers awareness towards monitoring the resources of their food consumption. Nevertheless, greenwashing and deceptive food labels are prevalent leading to sales of items with misaligned labels, underpinning the need to authenticate, trace, and track the agricultural supply chain from the farm to shop. Consumers should be able to select fresh produce and verify its origin through a transparent, trustworthy, accountable, and reliable process. This paper introduces a blockchain-based solution that leverages intrinsic features of this innovative and disruptive technology to harness transparency, reliability, authenticity, and accountability within an agricultural supply chain. Additionally, our solution eliminates misleading food labels on fresh produce by enabling consumers to reliably trace and verify the origin and authenticity of the food source in a transparent manner. Through the integration of the Internet of Things (IoT), the well-being of the soil, air, and crops is consistently monitored. The sustainable solutions employed are transparent, aligning with the standards set by various sustainable food certifications and agencies, including organic, non-Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO), and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP). The paper presents detailed algorithms that represent the smart contract code, sequence diagrams along with testing results and security analysis. The smart contract code is made publicly available on GitHub.

From market-based development to value chain transformation: What markets can (not) do for rural poverty alleviation?

Market reforms are considered as an important strategy to support poverty reduction amongst small-scale agrifood producers in developing and emerging economies. Most attention is commonly focused on voluntary initiatives that provide a guaranteed minimum price to farmers and improve services for rural communities, supplemented by good agricultural practices for higher productivity, environmental quality and to support living incomes. Whereas alternative trade movements have become ‘mainstream’ their market shares are stagnating. Since agrifood markets have changed substantially and trade networks are restructured, smallholders are increasingly controlled by midstream agents (traders and processors) and captured into contract farming arrangements. This article outlines a new discourse around value chain transformation that supports local processing for income and employment generation and favours better integrated supply chains based on circularity and trust. It identifies new alliances between producers and traders that change market governance beyond simple adjustments in exchange relationships. Combining public investments (market infrastructure) with civic-driven organization (cooperation and contracts) and private networks (for profit redistribution along the value chain) offers interesting opportunities for linking sustainable business practices with value-driven trade arrangements.

Farmers’ evolving attitudes on environmental conditionality in the CAP: a farm level examination of temporal shifts

AbstractGiven the anticipated shift in the allocation of resources under the common agricultural policy (CAP) toward increasing positive environmental outcomes, this study explores farmer attitudes toward the current principle of connecting direct payments to environmental conditionality, known as cross compliance. Furthermore, we explore whether there have been changes in farmer attitudes toward cross compliance over time by posing identical questions to farmers in both 2010 and 2018. A supplementary survey was designed and administered in conjunction with the core EU Farm Accountancy Data Network (FADN) to assess farmers’ attitudes to linking CAP payments to environmental conditionality. The findings of a generalized ordered logit model indicate a high level of support among farmers for linking direct payments to good agricultural practices and cross compliance standards. Factors influencing farmers’ acceptance of cross compliance can be categorized into several domains, including farm and farmer characteristics, social and institutional attributes, and economic factors. Notably, the level of subsidy dependency emerges as a highly significant factor, with farmers who rely more heavily on direct payments being more inclined to disagree with cross compliance requirements.

The performance of arabica coffee farmers in implementing good agricultural practices in Aceh Tengah, Indonesia

Abstract A significant portion of the population in Aceh Tengah Regency is engaged in the cultivation of Gayo Arabica coffee, which has profoundly affected the local economy. The people of Aceh Tengah Regency rely heavily on producing Arabic coffee. In order to enhance the yield of Arabica coffee, the farmer must implement Good Agricultural Practices (GAP). This research uses a purposive sampling technique, a qualitative descriptive analysis method to determine the level of implementation of GAP, multiple linear regression analysis to determine the factors that influence the productivity of Gayo Arabica coffee in Central Aceh Regency, the F test, R Square, and t-test are used to determine differences in the application of GAP between coffee farmers. Those who implement GAP well and those who don’t. The study results show that the level of GAP implementation in Arabica coffee in Central Aceh District reached 80.23%, which indicates a high level of compliance with recommended practices. The multiple linear regression test shows that several variables have a significant influence on the productivity of Gayo Arabica coffee in terms of GAP. These variables include land preparation, irrigation systems, seed preparation, planting, and nurturing. Meanwhile, the harvesting and post-harvesting processes have a small impact.

Towards a risk-based food safety management system in the fresh produce supply chain in Da Nang, Viet Nam

Food safety has emerged as a paramount concern for both Vietnamese consumers and the government. However, limited data are available on food safety management systems in Viet Nam. This study identified significant gaps in good agricultural and hygienic practices along the fresh produce chain (farmers and traditional wholesalers/market sellers) in the region of Da Nang, Viet Nam. This was achieved through a survey on good agricultural and hygienic practices for farmers (n = 100) and sellers (n = 100), which researchers further supplemented by microbiological analysis for E. coli, Salmonella spp., and Listeria monocytogenes on leafy greens, water in contact with produce and contact surfaces (hands). The results indicated that 86.0 % of farmers and 54.0 % of sellers received food safety training in the last 3 years; and women dominated both vegetable cultivation but also trading. Farm-level deficiencies included inadequate handwashing practices, lack of documentation for manure application schedules, improper washing and drying of harvest tools, failure to keep containers elevated off the ground, improper storage of vegetables, and inadequate covering of containers, with respectively 34.0 %, 30.3 %, 12.1 %, 41.7 % and 7.9 % of farmers executing the practice as prescribed by the WHO/FAO ‘5 keys of growing safer fruits and vegetables’. As for sellers, the most dominant gaps (<50.0 % compliance) were the way of handwashing and the practice of keeping containers elevated off the ground before, during, and after harvesting. The microbiological analysis confirmed that, in a total of 36 fresh produce samples including mustard greens, cucumber, lettuce, and crown daisy, the number of samples positive for E. coli, Salmonella spp., and L. monocytogenes were 12, 2, and 10 respectively. Samples of hands and the irrigation water showed high contamination with E. coli. Based on identified gaps, risk communication tools were developed and distributed amongst farmers, sellers, and Da Nang food safety management authority (governmental organisation performing inspections in the traditional food markets). As intervention, two farmers and two sellers were trained in safe agricultural practices for the cultivation of fresh vegetables (managerial intervention) and instructed to use tap water as irrigation water instead of uncontrolled surface water (technological intervention). A post-assessment was conducted, including redoing the survey on good practices and microbiological analysis. The outcome of these interventions showed positive results in terms of good agricultural and hygienic practices resulting in improved hygiene levels and safety of the fresh produce. The findings from this research have the potential to provide a model for the development of a science-based risk management strategy in alternative food chains or geographic areas in emerging countries.

The Knowledge Management Readiness of Organic Rice Farmers in Ngawi Regency, East Java, Indonesia

Abstract The Go Organic policy has consequences for developing organic rice farming in the Ngawi Regency, East Java, Indonesia. Farmers often respond to this policy with various farm business transformations, depending on their knowledge management readiness. Therefore, this study aimed to determine the readiness level of organic rice farmers in applying knowledge management (KM) to accelerate Go Organic. The methods used were descriptive and analytical in nature and the respondents were 90 farmers from 14 selected districts with organic rice farming businesses. Data were collected through interviews with questionnaire guides, observations, and recordings, followed by analysis using descriptive statistics. The results showed an optimal KM readiness level of 81.4 % in the farmer group assessed from various aspects. However, the structure has the lowest assessment compared to the other aspects. This is related to the lack of rules or standard operating procedures regarding Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), Good Handling Practices (GHP), and irrigation management. Additionally, farmer groups can adapt and be flexible to the KM readiness requirements.

The Use of Biostimulants in Javanese Turmeric (Curcuma xanthorrhiza Roxb.) Cultivation to Increase Production Competitiveness

Abstract The objective of the research is to increase the productivity and quality of javanese turmeric. The research is a descriptive analytic by using information and data from senior agricultural experts and scientific publications. The agribusiness of javanese turmeric has bright prospects, but there is still problem where javanese turmeric cultivated traditionally so the average productivity and quality is low. According to the regulation from Agency of Food and Drug Supervisory, the production of medicinal plant is required to be high quality to ensure the efficacy and safety of medicinal herb. The efforts to increase productivity and quality in the cultivation of javanese turmeric can be done through the combination of using biostimulant and the application of Good Agriculture Practice (GAP). The use of biostimulant will provide more available nutrients for plant growth, increase plant protection from pathogen, and increase soil water holding capacity where it will lead to increase productivity. The combination of using biostimulant and application of GAP will lead to increase productivity and quality of javanese turmeric production where it can meet the requirement of modern medicinal herb industry. Furthermore, it is expected to increase the competitiveness of production, increase farmer income, and lead to develop farmer economy.

Reduced application of a plant growth regulator may increase yield and added net return of processing tomato in mediterranean climate conditions

Among the most valuable horticultural produce, tomato is cultivated for both fresh consumption and processing purposes. Therefore, good agricultural practices secure better production and income for farmers such as the adoption of biostimulant application throughout the growing cycle. The presence of different biostimulants in the market urge its testing to depict wider aftermath on a variety of crops. A field experiment was conducted on processing tomato where a plant growth regulator (PGR; Atonik) composed of phenolic compounds, was applied following a different schedule of field applications to improve growth and fruit setting and quality. Two interventions of this PGR increased tomato marketable yield by 32.1% including fruit number per square meters (+30.8%), while four applications increased few qualitative parameters such as total soluble solids (+15.4%), firmness (+15.3%), total flavonoids (+142.6%) and total polyphenols (+33.5%). However, the added net return was higher when only two applications were done. This finding underlines the utility of testing biostimulants on different crops and depicts the best agricultural practices in term of application number in order to maintain the best net return. However, qualitative aspects should not be underestimated when pricing horticultural commodities, since quality is equally an important target to be reached in food industry

Application of Biosensors for the Detection of Mycotoxins for the Improvement of Food Safety.

Mycotoxins, secondary metabolites synthesized by various filamentous fungi genera such as Aspergillus, Penicillium, Fusarium, Claviceps, and Alternaria, are potent toxic compounds. Their production is contingent upon specific environmental conditions during fungal growth. Arising as byproducts of fungal metabolic processes, mycotoxins exhibit significant toxicity, posing risks of acute or chronic health complications. Recognized as highly hazardous food contaminants, mycotoxins present a pervasive threat throughout the agricultural and food processing continuum, from plant cultivation to post-harvest stages. The imperative to adhere to principles of good agricultural and industrial practice is underscored to mitigate the risk of mycotoxin contamination in food production. In the domain of food safety, the rapid and efficient detection of mycotoxins holds paramount significance. This paper delineates conventional and commercial methodologies for mycotoxin detection in ensuring food safety, encompassing techniques like liquid chromatography, immunoassays, and test strips, with a significant emphasis on the role of electrochemiluminescence (ECL) biosensors, which are known for their high sensitivity and specificity. These are categorized into antibody-, and aptamer-based, as well as molecular imprinting methods. This paper examines the latest advancements in biosensors for mycotoxin testing, with a particular focus on their amplification strategies and operating mechanisms.

Emerging innovative pre‐ and post‐harvest management practices to mitigate patulin‐linked food safety risks in apple and its products

AbstractPatulin, a toxic secondary metabolite produced by certain molds (Penicillium, Aspergillus, and Byssochlamys), poses a significant health risk when present in apple juice products above permissible levels. Its presence is a major concern for both consumers and regulatory bodies due to its potential carcinogenic and mutagenic effects. Minimizing patulin concentration in apple juice products requires a multifaceted approach involving various stages of apple fruit production, from orchard management to processing and storage. This review explores the pre‐ and postharvest strategies associated with minimizing patulin concentration in apple juice products. It examines the role of good agricultural practices in reducing mold contamination in orchards and discusses the importance of proper postharvest handling, including fruit sorting and washing to remove contaminated apples before processing. During processing, factors such as temperature, pH, and processing time play crucial roles in minimizing patulin levels. Innovative processing technologies, such as pulsed electric fields (PEF), ultraviolet (UV) radiation, high‐pressure processing, enzymatic, and chemical degradation have shown promise in reducing patulin concentration while preserving the sensory and nutritional quality of the juice. Furthermore, effective storage practices, such as maintaining proper temperature and humidity levels, are essential for preventing patulin formation during storage. Continuous monitoring and analytical testing for patulin content throughout the production chain are necessary to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and to guarantee the safety of apple juice products. Despite advancements in technology and production practices, challenges remain in effectively minimizing patulin concentration. These include the need for further research to develop more efficient detection methods, the adoption of sustainable and eco‐friendly practices in orchard management, and the dissemination of knowledge and best practices to stakeholders across the apple juice supply chain. In conclusion, minimizing patulin concentration in apple juice products requires a holistic approach that integrates preventive measures, innovative processing technologies, and stringent quality control measures. By addressing these challenges, the apple juice industry can ensure the production of safe and high‐quality products that meet regulatory standards and consumer expectations.

Carrots rather than sticks: Governance of voluntary sustainability standards and farmer welfare in Peru

AbstractAligned with the 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda, voluntary sustainability standards (VSS) have gained prominence as market‐based tools for sustainability governance. However, whether VSS improve economic sustainability remains subject to vigorous debate. A major limitation of the evidence base is that it does not systematically examine which VSS design attributes affect their impact. In this study, we develop a conceptual framework disentangling three main governance mechanisms through which VSS may affect farmer welfare, which we operationalize using secondary data from a nationally representative farm household survey in Peru. Our results underscore the dominant role of market‐based incentives, followed by capacity‐building, while rule enforcement with good agricultural practices has no effect on farm revenue. Additionally, organizational membership is found to amplify the revenue effects of VSS through market‐based incentives. Our findings advocate VSS organizations to strengthen market‐based incentives and capacity‐building, while improving standard setting and enforcement to effectively improve economic sustainability.

Attitude of Aromatic Rice Farmers towards Good Agricultural Practices in Dinajpur, Bangladesh

This study investigated aromatic rice farmers' attitude towards Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, aiming to fill a gap in the literature regarding GAPs adoption in the country's rice cultivation sector. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study utilized a descriptive and diagnostic research design. The sample size consisted of 90 aromatic rice farmers selected through multistage disproportionate random sampling technique. Data were collected through face to face interviews using structured interview schedule, incorporating both open and closed-ended questions. Attitude towards GAPs were assessed using a scale comprising 16 statements on a five-point Likert-type scale. The major findings indicate a predominantly 54.4% respondents possessed positive attitude towards GAPs, with education and extension contact significantly influencing their attitude. Challenges such as cost and accessibility may hinder GAPs adoption, highlighting the need for targeted interventions. The study underscores the importance of educational and extension programs in promoting sustainable practices and calls for addressing barriers to GAPs adoption to enhance agricultural sustainability and farmers' livelihoods.

Dissipation behavior, residue distribution, and exposure risk assessment of tebufenpyrad and milbemectin acaricides in strawberries under open field conditions.

Strawberries are a favorite fruit for most people, but the residues of pesticides on strawberries might be risky to human health. Tebufenpyrad and milbemectin are broad-spectrum acaricides with insecticide properties authorized for use on strawberries in Egypt. As a result, it is crucial to investigate their residues in the final product to ensure customers' safety. Consequently, field trials were conducted following the Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs) to study the dissipation rate and terminal residues of tebufenpyrad and milbemectin on strawberries. Tebufenpyrad and milbemectin residues in strawberries declined due to first-order decayprocess, showing significant degradation (88.5% and 94.7%, respectively) after 14days. Risk assessment studywas carried out by comparing the national estimated daily intake (NEDI) tothe acceptable daily intake (ADI). The results demonstrated that the dietary risk posedby the residues of tebufenpyrad and milbemectin in strawberry fruits was acceptable for consumers. It is envisaged that the current study's findings would support the safe application of tebufenpyrad and milbemectin to strawberries and perhaps other crops in Egypt and other countries with similar climatic conditions.

Influence of Agricultural Practices on Food Safety in Nigeria

Purpose: The aim of the study was to analyze the influence of agricultural practices on food safety in Nigeria Methodology: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries. Findings: The influence of agricultural practices on food safety in Nigeria is significant, with traditional and modern methods impacting the safety and quality of food. The use of pesticides and fertilizers, often unregulated, can lead to residue accumulation in crops, posing health risks. Additionally, the prevalence of subsistence farming without proper sanitation measures can contribute to the contamination of food products. There is also concern about the spread of zoonotic diseases through livestock farming, exacerbated by inadequate veterinary services and poor handling practices. Unique Contribution to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social identity theory, stakeholder theory &amp; norm activation theory may be used to anchor future studies on analyze the influence of agricultural practices on food safety in Nigeria. Promote the adoption of good agricultural practices (GAPs) and integrated pest management (IPM) strategies among farmers to minimize food safety risks at the production level. Advocate for the development and enforcement of robust food safety regulations and standards that encompass the entire agricultural supply chain.