Public policy support for agroecology in Latin America: Lessons and perspectives

• প্রধান লেখক: Jean-François Le Coq (লেখক), Éric Sabourin (লেখক), Muriel Bonin (লেখক), Sandrine Fréguin Gresh (লেখক), Jacques Marzin (লেখক), Paulo Niederle (লেখক), Maria Mercedes Patrouilleau (লেখক), Luis Vásquez (লেখক)
• বিন্যাস: গ্রন্থ
• প্রকাশিত: Global Journal of Ecology - Peertechz Publications, 2020-11-27.
• বিষয়গুলি: Research Article
• অনলাইন ব্যবহার করুন: Connect to this object online.

<p>Latin American agroecology proposes a transformation of conventional agri-food systems. It is driven by social movements that have succeeded in forming coalitions that have promoted its integration into public policies. These policies involve a range of instruments that are often embedded in programs that also support organic agriculture and sustainable agriculture. However, while these two types of agriculture propose more ecological practices, they do not question the basis of the conventional agri-food system. The implementation of instruments to support agroecology therefore depends on the power relations established within each country. This paper analyses these policies and their influence on the development of agroecology in eight countries: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Cuba, El Salvador, Mexico, and Nicaragua. These policies remain fragile, while support for large-scale conventional agriculture is still predominant. Their challenge is therefore to convince more broadly farmers, consumers and policymakers about the importance of issues such as public health and food security.</p><p><br></p>