DIAGNÓSTICO DA ATUAÇÃO DAS INSTITUIÇÕES FEDERAIS DE ENSINO, PESQUISA E EXTENSÃO NA CADEIA DE BIOINSUMOS NAS MESORREGIÕES DO ESTADO DE GOIÁS

Abstract

This study aimed to diagnose the scenario of production, research, and extension activities related to bioinputs in federal teaching, research, and extension institutions located in the mesoregions of the State of Goiás, Brazil. For this purpose, a documentary survey was conducted between 2020 and 2025 through the analysis of institutional sources and technicalscientific records. The diagnosis revealed a growing institutional support network, highlighting the planned establishment of 13 units linked to the State Bioinputs Program and to the Center of Excellence in Bioinputs (Cebio), including Bioinput Reference Units and Technology Transfer Units. Four federal institutions — the Federal Goiano Institute (IF Goiano), the Federal Institute of Goiás (IFG), the Federal University of Goiás (UFG), and Embrapa Rice and Beans — were identified as actively developing initiatives related to the production of bioinputs and the multiplication of microorganisms for biological pest control. Human resource training was also highlighted through the specialization course in bioinputs offered at nine campuses of IF Goiano. Regional differences were identified regarding institutional infrastructure, agricultural production intensity, access to rural credit, and technological diffusion capacity, with the South Goiás mesoregion presenting the highest concentration of initiatives and support structures. Gaps were also observed in the articulation between extension activities and productive chains, as well as limitations in the access of small-scale farmers located in remote areas to technological innovation. Therefore, the study recommends strengthening regional productive chains through integrated public policies, expanding biofactory infrastructure in less assisted mesoregions, and promoting extension programs capable of enhancing the connection between institutions and rural producers.