Análisis de las estrategias agroecológicas adoptadas en el cultivo de café como enfrentamiento al cambio climático por los pequeños agricultores de la parroquia de Pacto ubicada en el Noroccidente de Pichincha

Abstract

Abstract: This study analyzes the perceptions and agroecological practices adopted by small coffee producers in the parish of Pacto, northwest Pichincha, in response to the effects of climate change. Through semi-structured interviews with ten coffee growers, strategies such as crop diversification, agroforestry systems, the use of organic bio-inputs, sustainable soil management, compost production, and natural pest control were identified. These practices reduce dependence on agrochemicals and improve the health of the agroecosystem, strengthening its capacity to adapt to adverse climatic conditions. Farmers reported changes in climatic cycles, such as off-season flowering and excessive humidity, which affect production. Despite a strong commitment to sustainable agriculture, limited access to technical assistance and lack of incentives hinder the development of these initiatives. The study concludes that agroecology is a viable alternative for sustainable coffee production in vulnerable areas and highlights the importance of strengthening these initiatives through technical training, participatory monitoring, and collaboration between producers and institutions.