Agroecology as a tool for good agricultural practices

Abstract

ABSTRACT

Starting from the need to understand the benefits present in the practice of agroecology, the following questions were raised: what is its influence on the environment, economy and society? What leads farmers to carry out this agricultural practice? That said, the objective of

this work seeks to provide arguments that provide the reader with a greater understanding of the subject and its relevance to agriculture in the country. The methodology was carried out through research on the topic "agroecology" on the Google Scholar platform and the selection of articles published in recent years, where different reflections were reached in order to propose a discussion that corresponded to the proposed objective. It was observed that the agroecology system is a great supporter of family farming in the country, since this is responsible for 70% of the food supply of the Brazilian population. In this way, the practice of agroecology seeks to promote the approximation of human beings with nature, the use of traditional cultivation techniques, an economy focused on the qualification of small producers, greater rationing of land for planting, plantations without the interference of pesticides, activities responsible for the preservation of flora and fauna, without degrading and polluting the environment. And as a result, the harvest of healthy foods, polyculture, greater accessibility to food for needy populations and income distribution. It is concluded that this type of system is effective not only for the rural population but also for everyone who consumes natural foods, in addition to preserving the environment, feeding the country's economy and reducing social exclusion.