A comercialização de produtos orgânicos como alternativa para a geração de sustentabilidade aos agricultores familiares

Abstract

The organic agriculture is a production paradigm that is being currently discussed by the academy and economic agents (companies, governments and consumers) This production model is evolving its theoretical approach. However, several barriers obstruct the consolidation and expansion of this segment. The commercialization is one of them, especially for a productive system that seeks to be sustainable, how can a productive system be considered sustainable if it does not generate social, economical and environmental benefits for its players. In this context, this dissertation seeks to evaluate if the direct commercialization of organic products can be an alternative to generate sustainable income for the family farmers. To do so, this essay analyzed the behavior of the Alagoas organic segment, having as a reference the Feira Agroecológica de Maceió as well as the family farmers with properties until 5 hectares with commercial articulation to the Feira. Thus, the research concluded that the organic agriculture is a feasible alternative to family farmers, because it allows to reach economic, social and environmental sustainability. The commercialization, however, is the main limiting factor for the consolidation and expansion of this segment in Alagoas. Therefore, it depends on the rules to foment this productive segment through specific policies for the organic agriculture and the institutional parameters. Settle down the man in rural areas