Produção de biomassa em sistemas agroflorestais como alternativa e estratégia de desenvolvimento rural sustentável

Abstract

Considering the growing relevance of agroforestry systems as a sustainable alternative for agricultural production and environmental conservation, this study aims to analyze biomass production in agroforestry systems as an effective strategy for sustainability. To this end, a qualitative research was conducted, based on a bibliographic review of materials published in the last 10 years, including scientific articles, theses, dissertations, and technical reports. The results revealed that agroforestry systems offer multiple benefits, such as increased soil fertility, water conservation, and erosion reduction, in addition to significantly contributing to biomass generation used as a renewable energy source and agricultural input. Species such as mutambo and capim - Mombaça stood out for their efficiency in biomass production, while practices like the integration of agroforestry reforestation demonstrated high potential for climate change mitigation. These findings suggest that agroforestry systems represent a promising solution to combine agricultural production, environmental conservation, and social benefits, contributing to the resilience of rural communities and to global sustainability goals.