Desafios e potencialidades da bioeconomia do açaí: sustentabilidade e desenvolvimento na região de integração do Baixo Amazonas, Pará

Abstract

This study analyzes the potentialities and challenges of the açaí bioeconomy in the Baixo Amazonas Integration Region, Pará, highlighting its crucial role for the sustainable development of the region. Açaí production is a central activity for the local economy and faces environmental pressures such as deforestation and climate change, requiring more specific public policies to promote sustainability. The research also addresses the role of traditional communities in the sustainable management of açaí plantations, emphasizing the importance of inclusive policies and the appreciation of local knowledge. Throughout the text, strategies are suggested to strengthen the production chain through incentives for technological innovation, environmental conservation, and the articulation among different stakeholders in the production chain. Finally, it proposes the expansion of research and public policies that integrate economy, sustainability, and innovation, aiming for the consolidation of the bioeconomy in the Amazon.