Programa Nacional de Alimentação Escolar (PNAE): uma análise comparativa de desempenho dos municípios de Alagoas na aquisição de produtos da agricultura familiar (2019)

Abstract

The National School Feeding Program (PNAE) in Brazil has been an important instrument to promote family farming and food security in schools. Since its creation, public policies have directed resources so that at least 30% of the food served in schools is purchased directly from family farming. It was observed that 78 of the 102 municipalities in Alagoas participating in the PNAE in 2019 reached the target of 30% acquisition of family farming products, while 24 municipalities were unable to achieve this objective. This result highlights a considerable commitment on the part of many municipalities to strengthen family farming and promote food security for students. The legislation stipulates that 30% of the resources transferred by the National Education Development Fund (FNDE) be allocated to the purchase of these products, aiming to strengthen the local economy and guarantee adequate nutrition for students. However, the implementation of the program faces challenges, such as the lack of organization of producers, logistical and bureaucratic issues. Despite the obstacles, the active participation of family farmers in the PNAE institutional market has brought benefits, including increased income in rural communities and improved quality of school meals.