Análise do mercado de produtos florestais no município de Maceió, AL

Abstract

In the Northeast the scenario is no different, the forests present countless opportunities for the social and economic development of the region. However, there are some difficulties related to the growth of the local forestry sector. In this context, the state of Alagoas represents one of the lowest percentages in the country in terms of production aimed at the forestry sector. Thus, this work aimed to analyze the market for forest products in order to understand their relative participation in the economy of the municipality of Maceió, as they are companies operating in the forestry sector and to highlight the challenges that not only favor the activity, but also the environment and highlight opportunities in the sector. Data collection took place from November 5 to 25, 2023. Obtaining information regarding the forest sector market was achieved through literature reviews. The survey of companies in the forestry sector of Maceió was carried out based on the records of the Brazilian Institute of the Environment and Renewable Natural Resources (IBAMA), Institute of the Environment (IMA), Secretary of State for the Environment and Water Resources ( SEMARH) of the state of Alagoas, in addition to research on the internet, and shortly after the research, contact was made via email to verify if they were still in operation for the application of the questionnaire. Therefore, from the surveys, it can be seen that the forestry market in Maceió/AL continues to grow constantly due to its richness of flora and its climate adaptation that favors cultivation. Consequently, the investment in forest products is very attractive in the market, it was found that most of the forest products marketed come from the state, but there are still some that buy from other states. The charcoal and briquettes companies mostly sell a high percentage of products from the State of Alagoas. In this perspective of new market for forest products in the municipality, it is expected to contribute to a considerable growth which will attract more and more investors interested in exploring the market of raw forest material and its derivatives.