De olho na feirinha: agricultura familiar x biodefensivos

Abstract

Organic agriculture is becoming an increasingly important area for Brazilian society. One of the reasons is that consumers seek healthy food, that is, free of agrochemicals, which is related to the search for a better quality of life. In this study, we sought to verify whether family farmers use biodefensives in the cultivation of their products. To respond to this research objective, a qualitative approach of a descriptive nature was chosen. Carrying out a field survey with farmers from family farming fairs in the city of Realeza-PR. Through a semi-structured questionnaire. Highlighting that the option for this specific type of production was motivated by the desire to promote health for oneself and for the environment. In the fair space, there are eight producers, three female and five male; which sell mostly horticultural products, honey production, handicrafts, cabbage, lemons, oranges, cassava, nuts, among others. It should be noted that the labor is carried out by the landowners themselves, with an average of approximately four bushels each. Farmers' awareness of the harm caused by the use of pesticides in conventional agriculture was identified. Faced with such concerns, organic agriculture can be considered as a means of regional sustainable development.