SOCIOECONOMIC, PRODUCTIVE AND MANAGEMENT PROFILE OF FISH FARMS IN THE EASTERN AMAZON

Monique Damasceno PINTO, Anderson Paixão HUNGRIA, Matheus Martins RAMOS, Haila Chagas PEIXOTO, Carina Martins de MORAES, Osnan Lennon Lameira da SILVA, Talita Bandeira ROOS, Fabricio Nilo Lima da SILVA

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Fish farming in the Salgado microregion, in the State of Pará (Brazil) is an important activity, contributing significantly to local subsistence and the economy, while presenting both challenges and opportunities. This study aimed to analyze the socioeconomic, production, and management characteristics of fish farming in the municipalities of Vigia de Nazaré and São Caetano de Odivelas. Structured questionnaires were applied to 16 fish farmers selected during in loco visits from October to November 2024, using the snowball sampling technique. The data regarding significant associations between variables related to the farming system, annual productivity, and annual production were analyzed using multiple correspondence analysis (MCA) in R software version 4.0.2. The results showed that most fish farmers are male, predominantly elderly, adopt an extensive system, rely predominantly on family labor, have low levels of education, retirement and agriculture are the main sources of livelihood, receive limited technical assistance, and primarily cultivate tilapia (Oreochromis niloticus). The analyses revealed that technical assistance and the species type cultivated are associated with higher productivity, highlighting the need for public policies and technical support to foster the growth of fish farming in the region. Factors that also underscore the importance of training, access to technology, and better resource management to enhance aquaculture.

Keywords: Aquaculture. Public policies. Sustainability.


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