The use of pesticides has increased crop yields and simplified farming practices. However, excessive reliance on chemicals has caused ecosystem contamination, health risks, and pest resistance. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) offers a solution to these issues. Pesticide monitoring supports IPM efforts in Merauke Regency, South Papua, Indonesia. However, there is no current data on the impact of these programs on IPM decisions by local farmers for rice production in Merauke. The main objectives of this research were to determine the IPM awareness level, IPM implementation level, and factors that influence the farmers in adopting IPM practices. A survey was conducted with 50 farmers selected using a purposive sampling method to ensure they represented the predominant agricultural practices and demographic characteristics. A semi-structured interview guidelines were used to obtain information on various aspects of farming practices. The guidelines included agronomic characteristics, farming inputs and outputs, labour costs, pest and disease control practices and pesticide usage. Analysis revealed two distinct segments. "Casual IPMers" (local farmers who applied some IPM strategies and early adopters to practice change) and "Non IPMers" (local farmers who were least likely to practise IPM strategies). Overall, the local farmers showed a strong awareness of IPM practices, but only 8% of the farmers were "Casual IPMers", while the majority (92%) were identified as "Non IPMers". The data showed that the "Non IPMers" have strong concerns about the high cost, efficacy, and implementation of IPM practices. Maintaining records of identified pests and knowledge of pest management strategies remain low among farmers. Our findings suggest that continuity of education on IPM practices is warranted to enhance pest monitoring skills and recordkeeping. There is also a need for demonstrable evidence of the cost-effectiveness and price benefits of IPM practices offered to local farmers.