Diagnóstico da situação do sistema plantio direto em Salvador das Missões - RS

Abstract

The no-tillage system, when well managed, is fundamental for the conservation of soil and water, due to its three main pillars that are the minimum or absence of soil revolving, maintenance of soil cover and crop rotation. The objective of this study was to diagnose the no- tillage system of the city of Salvador das Missões through participatory methodology to evaluate the quality of no-tillage, conducted by Itaipu Binacional and the Brazilian Federation of No-tillage in straw. Eighteen producers of Salvador Das Missões were interviewed, seeking to understand the situation of the SPD in the municipality. After the completion of the questionnaire, the data were analyzed through indices of rotation intensity, rotation diversity, straw persistence, frequency of preparation, correct terracing, conservation evaluation, balanced and historical nutrition Of the producer's commitment. After this, the planting quality index was analyzed. In this index, it was seen that the intensity of rotation, the persistence of straw, the evaluation of conservation and balanced nutrition, were the items that had the most critical indices. However, it is observed that the city of Salvador das Missões has a great potential for growth, income, and increased productivity.