Systematic Review: challenges and limitations for circular economy in sustainable agriculture
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https://doi.org/10.24221/jeap.10.4.2025.6954.263-275Keywords:
Sustainable model, circular economy, agroindustry/agriculture wasteAbstract
The way society produces and consumes has significantly impacted natural resources due to exacerbated extraction, in addition, the process of transforming the extracted raw materials generates the emission of pollutants on the planet. Therefore, when we think about the current model of extraction, production, consumption, and disposal in nature (linear economy), we can see the importance of creating a sustainable model that makes it possible to preserve natural resources and reduce the effects caused by consumption patterns. performed. In this sense, the objective was to carry out a systematic review on a global scale to understand the challenges and limitations in understanding the circular economy applied in agriculture. The methodology followed the criteria for preparing a systematic review, with the extraction of scientific articles published on digital platforms. Some challenges and limitations for implementing the circular economy in agricultural waste management have become evident, including the need for more research and technologies in biomass production, participation of governments in the adoption of public policies, and social participation. Considering this, the study showed the need to make environmental issues the main focus in the process of changing to a sustainable management model.Downloads
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