AGROECOLOGY

THE QUEST FOR SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION IN AGRICULTURE IN THE LIGHT OF LAW

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Keywords:

agroecology, legal norms, sustainability, environment

Abstract

This article revolves around the central theme of agroecology from a legal perspective. Agroecology is a concept that seeks to align agricultural production with environmental preservation. The objective is to discuss how this practice can contribute to sustainability in agriculture through the use of more natural techniques that respect ecological balance. This work was conducted based on literature review and data analysis. In conclusion, we found that agroecology is an important tool for environmental preservation and conscious production, aiming to produce without harm, protect fauna, flora, water resources, promote local economy, and produce healthier foods, all of which are protected by regulations and laws.

Author Biographies

  • Rodrigo Eduardo Rocha Cardoso, Universidade Estadual de Santa Cruz

    Ph.D. in Languages, Literatures, and Representations from the State University of Santa Cruz (UESC). Ph.D. candidate in Law at the Federal University of Santa Catarina (PCI UESC/UFSC). Master’s degree in Culture and Tourism from the State University of Santa Cruz – BA. Specialist in Public and Private Law (FTC). Bachelor of Law (FTC). Bachelor's degree in History (FAADEMA). Attorney registered with the Brazilian Bar Association – Bahia Chapter (OAB/BA 52.520). Attorney at ASPRA/ITABUNA – Association of Military Police and Firefighter Personnel of the State of Bahia. Adjunct professor in the Law program at the State University of Feira de Santana – UEFS. Adjunct professor in the History teaching program at the State University of Santa Cruz – UESC. Former adjunct professor in the Humanities department at the Federal University of Southern Bahia – UFSB. Retired Military Police officer (unpaid reserve). Lead researcher of the Research Group NEDES – Center for Studies in Law, State, and Society. Works in the fields of History, Indigenous and Afro-Brazilian History and Culture, Ethics, Public Law, Human Rights, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Restorative Justice, Affirmative Policies, and Ethnic-Racial Relations. Research areas: Ethnic Issues: Racial discourses and resistance; Quotas; Affirmative Policies.

  • Vanessa Souto Paulo, Universidade Federal do Sul da Bahia - UFSB

    Master’s student in Health, Environment, and Biodiversity (PPGSAB/UFSB).

  • Pã da Silva Lôpo, Universidade Federal do Sul da Bahia - UFSB

    Master’s student in Science and Sustainability (PPGCS/UFSB).

  • Isabele Pereira Nascimento, Universidade Federal do Sul da Bahia - UFSB

    Ph.D. candidate in Education at the Federal University of Bahia (UFBA).
    Master’s degree in Teaching and Ethnic-Racial Relations from the Federal University of Southern Bahia (UFSB).
    Specialist in Public Law from Legale College.

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2025-08-02

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Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Revista de Direito Socioambiental (UEG)

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AGROECOLOGY: THE QUEST FOR SUSTAINABILITY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PRESERVATION IN AGRICULTURE IN THE LIGHT OF LAW. (2025). Social and Environmental Law Journal, 3(1). http://www.revista.ueg.br/index.php/redis/article/view/15128