AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LAGOA DE DENTRO

AN ACCOUNT OF THE REALITY OF FAMILY FARMERS

Authors

  • Edriano Pereira da Silva Universidade Estadual da Paraíba
  • Belarmino Mariano Neto Universidade Estadual da Paraíba

Abstract

This study analyzes agricultural production in the municipality of Lagoa de Dentro, Paraíba, Brazil, with emphasis on the reality of family farming and the strategies adopted by farmers to remain in rural areas. The objective was to understand how local agricultural production is organized by identifying its main characteristics, challenges, and the relationship between farmers and the municipal government. The research adopted a qualitative, descriptive, and exploratory approach through a case study, supported by a literature review, analysis of secondary data from the Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics (IBGE), field research, and semi-structured interviews with family farmers and the Municipal Secretary of Agriculture. The results showed that polyculture is the predominant production system, ensuring both family subsistence and the commercialization of surplus production. The study also identified limitations related to technical assistance, access to public policies, and climatic conditions, which directly affect agricultural activities. It is concluded that family farming plays a fundamental role in food production, the social reproduction of rural families, and the organization of rural territory, highlighting the need to strengthen public policies aimed at technical assistance, productive diversification, and sustainable rural development.

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Published

04/09/2026

Issue

Vol. 12 (2026)

Section

Artigos Científicos

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How to Cite

da Silva , E. P., & Mariano Neto, B. (2026). AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION IN THE MUNICIPALITY OF LAGOA DE DENTRO: AN ACCOUNT OF THE REALITY OF FAMILY FARMERS. Cadernos Do LOGEPA, 12. https://periodicos.ufpb.br/index.php/logepa/article/view/80592