Fortalecimiento de los sistemas de producción agrícola para mejorar las condiciones de vida de los pequeños productores de la parroquia de Guaytacama, cantón Latacunga, Cotopaxi, a través de la Cooperación Internacional

Abstract

Abstract: International cooperation projects can improve practices, resources and technologies, promoting sustainability, efficiency and resilience in rural communities. That is why Therefore, the research presented addresses the challenges faced by small farmers, with the general objective of: Analyzing the opportunities and challenges for the successful implementation of international cooperation projects aimed at strengthening agricultural production systems in the parish of Guaytacama, Latacunga canton, Cotopaxi. With a mixed approach methodology, field design, level descriptive, explanatory type, a sample of 28 agricultural producers, the data was obtained through surveys and interviews, allowing a detailed assessment of needs and producers' perceptions of international cooperation programs. The research concludes that, although international cooperation has brought benefits significant in the region, it is essential to make proposals that allow improving the challenges detected, taking advantage of the opportunities of international cooperation. Therefore, it made a proposal with a comprehensive approach, inclusion of women and job creation sustainable, with support for active international cooperation in the region.