La incidencia de las exportaciones de productos agrícolas en el crecimiento económico del Ecuador. El caso del arroz, período 2000 2022

Abstract

Abstract: This research examines and analyzes the influence of agricultural product exports, specifically rice, on Ecuador's economic growth between 2000 and 2022. It examines the dynamics of the agricultural sector, including rice, its contribution to GDP, and how important it is to the lives of every Ecuadorian. This study uses a descriptive and analytical methodology, employing a linear regression model to determine the relationship between the relevant variables in this research, which are GDP and exports, based on the title of the study. The results reveal no significant relationship between exports and GDP, but emphasizes that rice production is a vital pillar and driver of Ecuador's internal economic growth, especially in rural areas of the coastal region. Therefore, policies that promote the sector's competitiveness are recommended to diversify international markets and access technological advancements.