Table of Contents

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Background

1.2 Statement of the Problem

1.3 Purpose of the Study

1.4 Objectives

1.5 Significance of the Problem

1.6 Hypotheses

2. REVIEW OF LITERATURE

2.1 The Weed: What It Is, Its Effects and Implications

2.3 Cost-effectiveness Analysis (CEA)

3. METHODOLOGY

3.1 Descriptive Survey Research Design

3.2 Conceptual Framework

4. RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

4.1 Results of Focus Group Discussions (FGDs)

4.2 Respondents' Perceptions of the Role of the Government in Controlling the Weed

4.3 Results of Fisherman Interviews

5. POLICY IMPLICATIONS, CONCLUSIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

5.1 Policy Implications

5.2 Conclusions and Recommendations

5.3 Implications for Further Research