Impacto de la ceniza volcánica en el suelo y ecosistema en la provincia de Pichincha según la percepción de los agricultores

Abstract

Abstract: A volcanic eruption can affect the ecosystem worldwide. When a volcano erupts or becomes active, tons of volcanic ash are ejected into the atmosphere and deposited in the ecosystem, causing various changes. This document analyzes the perspective and opinion of farmers who live in the province of Pichincha, on the positive and negative aspects of volcanic ash. The method used to collect information was the application of surveys in the eight cantons of the province of Pichincha. As a result, it was determined that the farmers surveyed due to their geographical location have lived experiences of volcanic ash fall, for which their crops, health, infrastructure, animals, water, etc. have been affected. In addition, it was determined that the population of this area is not trained in the face of a possible volcanic eruption, there is a lack of knowledge about soil repair measures. Although the population is interested in caring for the environment, they have not received information on the subject, key information to make responsible decisions.