O impacto do cooperativismo e do associativismo na aquicultura no reservatório de Salto Caxias

Abstract

Aquaculture plays a fundamental role in the economy and food sustainability, being driven by organizational models such as cooperativism and associations. This research aims to investigate how cooperativism and associations influence the development of aquaculture. The study was structured into two articles. The first carried out a systematic literature review, identifying nine main dimensions that characterize the impacts of cooperativism in aquaculture: information management, strengthening the production chain, improving decision-making, support and incentives, increasing profits and production, increasing the efficiency of the production chain, participatory management, vertical and horizontal integration and sustainability. The second article focused on fish farming in the Salto Caxias Reservoir, analyzing the challenges faced by fish farmers organized in cooperatives and associations and future perspectives. The research revealed significant growth in fish farming in the reservoir. Regarding the difficulties faced, it was identified that commercialization has a greater impact on productive activities. As for the challenges, it was observed that health risk and technological innovation are considered the biggest concerns. The Swot Analysis revealed that fish farming in the reservoir has opportunities for growth, but depends on strategic planning and effective public policies.