Políticas de assistência técnica e extensão rural à agricultura familiar: a experiência no Município de Iaçu – BA

Abstract

Technical assistance and extension policies for Family Farming: Municipal Action and its Consequences in the municipality of laçu - BA In the economic scenario of the municipality of laçu, located in the state of Bahia, family farming plays a prominent role in generating employment, income and improving the living conditions of the local community. It is in this context that this project is presented, with the general objective of analyzing the evolution of access to public policies for family farming in the municipality of laçu between the years 2017 and 2023, considering not only the implementation of these policies, but also their impact on agricultural productivity, economic development and improving the living conditions of family farmers and the community in general. To this end, field research was carried out, focusing on Public Policies to Incentive Family Farming in laçu, Bahia, with a qualitative approach. The instrument used for data collection was a questionnaire that was administered in person to 30 family farmers. The analysis highlighted important data on the progress of family farming in the municipality and the effectiveness of technical assistance and extension policies. In this way, it contributes to a more comprehensive view of the consequences of these policies on the life of the local community and the economy of laçu, Bahia. The research results revealed valuable information about the progress of family farming in the municipality and the effectiveness of technicalassistance and extension policies, with the intention of promoting the sustainable development of family farming. It is concluded that technical assistance and extension policies for Family Farming, with a focus on municipal action, had a substantial impact in the municipality of laçu, Bahia. Improved access to municipal technical assistance and recognition of farmers' main needs represent significant advances. However, there are still challenges to be overcome, such as the needfor clearer agricultural policies and ensuring that the benefits of incentive programs are communicated more effectively. Continuing to strengthen policies and support programs is essential to promote the sustainable growth of family farming and, consequently, the prosperity of the laçu community.