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This study examines the influence of government regulation on sustainable agricultural farming in Delta State, Nigeria. Sustainable agriculture has emerged as a critical pathway for addressing food insecurity, environmental degradation, climate variability, and rural poverty in developing economies. The study investigates how government policies, regulatory frameworks, and institutional mechanisms shape farmers’ adoption of sustainable farming practices in Delta State.A mixed-method research approach was employed, combining structured questionnaires administered to 300 registered farmers across six Local Government Areas (LGAs) with key informant interviews involving officials from the Delta State Ministries of Agriculture and Environment. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. The findings reveal that although several agricultural and environmental regulations exist, their impact on sustainable farming practices remains moderate. Only 48% of farmers demonstrated moderate to high awareness of relevant regulations, while implementation was constrained by weak extension services, inadequate funding, political interference, bureaucratic delays, and low farmer literacy levels. The study concludes that government regulation has the potential to promote sustainable agriculture in Delta State; however, its effectiveness is limited by institutional and structural challenges. Strengthening enforcement mechanisms, expanding extension services, enhancing farmer education, and fostering collaboration between government agencies.