PERFIL DE AGRICULTORES FAMILIARES DAS MICRORREGIÕES GOIANAS VÃO DO PARANÃ E CHAPADA DOS VEADEIROS

Abstract

Family farming plays a fundamental role in the socioeconomic development of rural areas in Northeast Goiás, contributing to income generation, food security and the permanence of families in the countryside. In this context, the present study aimed to characterize the profile of family farmers in the micro-regions of Vão do Paranã and Chapada dos Veadeiros, covering the municipalities of São João d’Aliança, Alto Paraíso de Goiás and Flores de Goiás. The research was conducted through the application of semi-structured questionnaires to family farmers in the region, allowing the obtaining of information related to socioeconomic characteristics, production systems, access to technical assistance, sources of income and aspects of management of rural properties. The results showed the predominance of small properties run by family labor, with diversification of productive activities, highlighting the production of fruits, vegetables and extractive activities. Although over 50% of respondents have more than ten years of experience in the field, half are over 50 years old and have low education. The PNAE and PAA government marketing programs have helped flow the production of vegetables and fruits produced in the region. The main vegetables produced are lettuce, cabbage, tomatoes and pumpkin. While the two most planted fruit trees are banana and papaya. Despite difficulties with financing sources, logistics and infrastructure, most family producers intend to increase their production area.