O programa garantia-safra no Distrito de Maria Quitéria : o caso das unidades produtivas da agricultura familiar

Abstract

Family farming plays a crucial role in food security and the livelihoods of millions of people worldwide. In countries like Brazil, where extreme social and economic vulnerability prevails, agriculture represents not only an alternative source of survival but also a means of productive inclusion and income generation. Public policies thus play a central role, constituting government action that directly impacts specific groups. In this context, the objective of this study is to analyze the implementation of the Garantia-Safra (Safra) Program (GS) in family farming production units in the Maria Quitéria district of Feira de Santana, Bahia. The methodology used combines a literature review on public policy and family farming, documentary and exploratory research on the functioning of Garantia-Safra, its criteria, partnerships, and regulatory frameworks, as well as field research aimed at comparing theory with practice. The analysis focused on the Maria Quitéria district, allowing for a practical understanding of the program's role in the local context. The research revealed that the GS implementation process in the Maria Quitéria district presents significant challenges that compromise its execution and satisfaction with the program. Furthermore, despite structural barriers to implementation, we cannot ignore the importance of public policies in the context of Brazilian family farming and its evolution in recent decades. However, there is still a long way to go to achieve improvements for those who truly need them.