Strategies employed by organizations in the aquaculture value chain in Tocantins (Brazil) to promote productive inclusion

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the strategies used by organizations in the aquaculture value chain in the state of Tocantins to promote the productive inclusion of fish farmers. As part of the methodological procedures, semi-structured interviews were conducted with members of the Sectoral Chamber of Fisheries of the state of Tocantins (CSP/TO). The data generated by the study were analyzed through a thematic qualitative content analysis, based on Bardin (2020). The research concludes that, despite efforts to boost aquaculture in the state, there is a lack of coordination among the actions of the participating organizations, even though they share the common goal of fostering the development of fish farming in Tocantins. Therefore, the study highlights the urgent need to establish effective partnerships and collaborative networks that enable a more integrated approach to the sector's demands and the state's specific context. This collaboration cannot be achieved by a single organization in isolation, underscoring the importance of an intersectoral approach to ensure the adequate productive inclusion of fish farmers through their integration into formal and viable markets aligned with their reality.