THE RELEVANCE OF RURAL ACCOUNTING AS A MANAGEMENT TOOL FOR SMALL RURAL PRODUCERS IN MATRINCHÃ-GO

Abstract

Rural accounting plays a fundamental role in the financial management of small rural producers, especially in regions such as Matrinchã-GO, where agricultural development represents an important source of livelihood and income. This study explores the relevance of rural accounting as a tool to support the financial planning, control and analysis of producers in the Santa Rosa Settlement Project, offering a detailed diagnosis of the practices and challenges faced. Rural accounting allows small farmers to monitor revenues, expenses and profits, enabling a clearer view of the economic viability of their activities and providing indicators for continuous adjustments and improvements. In addition, adequate accounting practices contribute to a more efficient organization of production and marketing processes, supporting strategic decision-making and the optimized use of available resources, such as inputs and labor. The application of rural accounting not only supports the economic and social sustainability of settled producers, but also promotes the development of the rural community as a whole, by encouraging the adoption of management practices that contribute to the autonomy and professionalization of small producers. With this structure, producers can access better credit conditions, increase their competitiveness in the market and respond more effectively to the economic and environmental demands of the sector. Therefore, rural accounting is an indispensable tool for sustainable growth, improving the daily lives of producers. In this way, rural accounting not only professionalizes property management, but also enables small producers to assume a more strategic and sustainable role within the agricultural economy.