Impactos sociais e econômicos das cadeias produtivas sustentáveis no desenvolvimento das comunidades do interior do estado do Amazonas

Abstract

This research aimed to investigate how sustainable production chains influence the lives of communities in the interior of the state of Amazonas. Applied in nature and with a qualitative approach, the study was developed through field research in the São Francisco do Caramuri community, using participant observation and unstructured interviews with 20 residents. The results indicate that pineapple cultivation, complemented by pitaya production and poultry farming, constitutes the main source of income for families, contributing to food security, economic diversification, and the strengthening of community ties. The agroecological practices adopted, such as the use of organic fertilizers and the reuse of seedlings, demonstrate low environmental impact and reinforce the integration between tradition and sustainability. However, challenges related to infrastructure, technical assistance, product distribution, and dependence on intermediaries persist, limiting the consolidation of production chains. The research shows that the combination of community organization, traditional knowledge, and institutional support is crucial for expanding the social and economic impacts of these initiatives, demonstrating that sustainable production chains represent a real path to social inclusion, income generation, and environmental conservation in the Amazon.