The agricultural sector faces the challenge of increasing food production to meet the demand caused by global population growth. In this scenario, irrigation and family agriculture (FA) play a central role. FA is the most widespread form of production in the world, representing more than 90% of all agricultural holdings (500 million) and contributing more than 80% of food production. Most of the F...
Organic banana production is a key activity for more than 10,000 families, who cultivate more than 30,000 hectares of this crop in Ecuador, Peru and the Dominican Republic. The crop generates weekly income, employs family and local labor, and has relatively low maintenance costs. However, growers are under pressure from pest outbreaks, costly supplies, certification requirements, and extreme weath...
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