Certified farmrs or in organic/ agricultural transition in the West of Paraná

Abstract

We sought to research organic/ agroecological agriculture in the western region of the state of Paraná. As a central objective, the experiences, difficulties and the elements that motivate organic/ agroecological agriculture in the region were researched. To this end, twenty-seven certified farmers were interviewed and in transition for certification. The research was carried out with farmers in the following municipalities: Cascavel, Marechal Cândido Rondon, Palotina, Pato Bragado and São Miguel do Iguaçu. It is observed that the most relevant results of this research demonstrate that organic / agroecological agriculture in the region is dependent on public policies and contracts with government agencies, especially the Itaipu Binacional hydroelectric plant and contracts with city halls. The analyzes showed that farmers act beyond their practical / theoretical aspects, bringing subjectivity as an important link to remain active players in organic / agroecological practices, since it is, above all, a “project of life ”out of respect for others, not to pollute / contaminate the environment and to bring healthy food to consumers.