Análise do impacto da implementação das estratégias do desenvolvimento rural no distrito de Boane

Abstract

Rural development is a strategic element for the economic and social growth of communities that depend on agriculture as their primary source of livelihood. In Mozambique, over the past few decades, several public policies have been implemented to boost agricultural productivity, improve producers' incomes, and strengthen the rural economy (CASTEL-BRANCO, 2008). However, the effectiveness of these strategies and their socioeconomic impact in the Boane District still require in-depth analysis. This study aims to assess the impact of implementing rural development strategies in the Boane District, examining their effect on agricultural production, the socioeconomic structure, and the interconnection between producers, the market, and public policies. The research is based on the premise that rural development is not limited to agricultural modernization, but involves a set of structural, political, and institutional factors that determine its effectiveness. To address the issue, three central hypotheses were established: (1) the rural development strategies implemented in Boane contributed to increased productivity and income for producers; (2) structural challenges, such as limited access to agricultural technologies and credit, still compromise the expected results; and (3) the integration between economic and institutional actors directly influences the impact of the policies adopted. The study will be conducted through a literature review and analysis of socioeconomic indicators, allowing for a critical approach to the sector's advances and challenges. The expected results may support the formulation of more effective and sustainable public policies, promoting better living conditions for rural producers and boosting the region's economic growth. Thus, this work will contribute to understanding the effects of rural development strategies and developing innovative solutions in the Mozambican agricultural sector.(TRADUÇÃO NOSSA)