Percepção socioeconômica do setor não madeireiro no município de Maceió, AL

Abstract

The recognition of non-timber forest products on the market offers economic advantages both for the global economy and for family farmers when combined with good sustainable management of forest ecosystems. In this context, it is essential to understand the factors that influence the obtaining and management of these products, especially in specific socioeconomic scenarios. Thus, the objective of this work was to analyze the NTFP market in the municipality of Maceió, AL. To carry out the diagnosis, a semi-structured questionnaire was applied to commercial establishments, in order to obtain information on the origin of products, methods of purchasing and transporting raw materials, ways of acquiring raw materials, monthly production, market consumer, price setting criteria, competitiveness standards, innovation capacity and development of marketing channels. The data collected was analyzed descriptively and presented in table format. When analyzing the behavior of NTFPs in the local market, it was observed that the majority of products originate in the State of Pernambuco and that monthly sales vary between 4 and 6 thousand reais. The main factor that determines price fixing is related to the cost of purchasing the products, which causes variations throughout the year. Given the relevance of NTFPs to the market, it is essential to adopt strategies that increase their visibility, as well as the need for environmental regulations that are better aligned with the reality of producers. This would facilitate legal commercialization, guarantee sustainability and add value to products.