Advantages and challenges of Short Food Supply Chains (SFSC) for sustainability

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https://doi.org/10.5902/2236117086487

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Consumption, Development, Family Farming

Abstract

Os hábitos dos consumidores em relação à compra de alimentos vêm mudando devido ao desejo por uma alimentação saudável e pelo consumo sustentável. Os consumidores procuram produtos alimentares de qualidade e de origem conhecida, recorrendo cada vez mais a cadeias de abastecimento mais diretas e transparentes. Com isso, há uma (re)valorização da agricultura local, devido às evidências científicas de que as Cadeias Curtas de Abastecimento Alimentar (CCAA) são mais sustentáveis ​​que as longas. Para investigar esta questão, o objetivo desta pesquisa foi analisar as publicações dos últimos 7 anos sobre temas relacionados a cadeias curtas e sustentabilidade para identificar se e de que forma o CCAA contribui para a sustentabilidade. A pesquisa bibliométrica foi realizada considerando as bases de dados Scopus e Web of Science, utilizando o programa Bibliometrix@ para análise dos dados. O período de análise foi de 2016 a abril de 2022 para destacar o estado da arte do assunto, e de 2021 a 2022 para leitura de artigos e discussões sobre o tema. O CCAA contribui para a sustentabilidade ao apoiar a segurança alimentar e económica e o desenvolvimento socioambiental, principalmente através da reconexão entre produtor e consumidor, preservação dos recursos naturais e melhoria da renda do produtor. Além disso, permitem aos consumidores adquirir produtos de maior qualidade, mais saudáveis ​​e sazonais, promovendo o território onde atuam. Conclui-se que a construção de relações diretas entre agricultores e consumidores de alimentos permite criar diferentes cenários de distribuição e produção de alimentos que levam a uma maior sustentabilidade.

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Raquel Breitenbach, Rio Grande do Sul Federal Institute of Education

Working as an educator, extensionist, and researcher at the Federal Institute of Education, Science, and Technology of Rio Grande do Sul - Campus Sertão, focusing on Rural Management, Agribusiness, and Agricultural Policies. Graduated in Rural Development and Agroindustrial Management from the State University of Rio Grande do Sul (2005) and in Teacher Training for Professional Education from the Federal University of Santa Maria (2011). Obtained a Master's degree (2008) and a Ph.D. (2012) in Economic and Organizational Dynamics in Agriculture, both from the Federal University of Santa Maria. Currently holding the position of leader in the Study Group on Agribusiness (GERAR). Professional experience is concentrated in rural and agro-industrial development and management, excelling in areas such as family succession, rural and agro-industrial management, rural development, dairy production chain, transaction costs, and governance structures. Committed to continuous improvement and contributing to the advancement of knowledge, engaged in activities that enrich the professional and academic repertoire. Dedicated to driving prosperity in rural areas and committed to the sustainable development of the agricultural sector.

Marieli Rosseto, Universidade Federal de Santa Maria

Doctor and Master (UPF - 2018) in Food Science and Technology, Specialist in Quality Management and Food Safety (Senac - 2016) and Special and Inclusive Education (FAEL, 2019), with Pedagogical Training in Agribusiness, Graduate in Agribusiness (IFRS Sertão, 2012) and Food Science and Technology (Unievangélica - expected completion in 2023). Active in research, focusing on reusing waste (gelatin and whey) in biodegradable films for agriculture and the food industry. Experience in the food industry includes science and technology (dairy and meat products), people management, processes, and laboratory (physical-chemical and microbiological). Involved in the implementation and training of the 5S Program, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), and maintenance of the food safety standard (FSSC). Teaching experience in Administration, Management, and Entrepreneurship (IFRS - Sertão) and Pre-requisite Programs for quality assurance (FACESC). Reviewer/writer for national and international journals, content developer for blogs and channels on food quality and safety.

Janaína Balk Brandão, Federal University of Santa Maria

Agronomical Engineer, with a Master's and Doctorate in Rural Extension from the Federal University of Santa Maria (2002, 2005, 2011). Graduated in Teacher Training for Professional Education at the same university (2011) and completed a Post-Doctorate at the University of Oviedo, Spain (2022). Currently an Associate Professor II at the Federal University of Santa Maria, in the Department of Agricultural Education and Rural Extension, and a permanent member of the faculty in the Postgraduate Program in Rural Extension. Coordinator of the Agronomy Course at UFSM (2022-2024) and South Region Vice-President of the Brazilian Society of Economics, Administration, and Rural Sociology (2019-2021 and 2021-2023). Coordinator of the International Cooperation Agreement between UFSM and the University of Florida, USA. Visiting Professor at the University of Oviedo, Spain (PVE-US-CapesPrint) in 2021-2022 and conducted an International Mission at the University of Florida in 2023 through Capes PrInt. Leader of the Interdisciplinary Group of Georeferenced Agri-food Research (GIPAG).

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2026-11-12

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Vol. 30 (2026): Publicação Contínua

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