Agro-ecological transition in rural settlement in Chapada dos Veadeiros

A transition to organic and agroecological management in rural settlements of the Chapada dos Veadeiros region has significantly enhanced sustainability, particularly by reducing environmental impacts. The study, using the AMBITEC-AGRO system, found a 3.73% reduction in environmental impact indices after the shift, with improvements also noted in economic (7.70%) and social dimensions (7.19%). Key factors contributing to these gains included increased employment, income, consumer benefits, and health outcomes. The research employed a three-stage approach involving surveys, questionnaires, and interviews, followed by data analysis using weighting matrices to generate impact indices.

Farias, L. F., Soares, J. P. G., Junqueira, A. M. R., & Malaquias, J. V. (2024). Agro-ecological transition in rural settlement in Chapada dos Veadeiros. Revista de Economia E Sociologia Rural, 62(4). https://doi.org/10.1590/1806-9479.2023.272017