Risks faced by farmers in Katueté, Paraguay
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In agriculture, risks refer to a variety of threats or uncertainties that can affect agricultural production. The research aimed to identify the main risks faced by small-scale producers in Katueté, Paraguay. A mixed-method, descriptive, non-experimental approach was used. The population consisted of 13 farmers from Katueté, who were intentionally surveyed. The survey was administered, and data collection took place during the first half of 2025. The results show that soybeans are considered the most profitable crop by 85%, compared to 15% who prefer corn. Climate risks are a concern for 50%, followed by market risk at 25%, and 10% mention operational risks. The most commonly used risk mitigation strategies include the use of technologies to improve efficiency at 50% and insurance contracts at 20%. The results revealed farm size, crop preferences, and the main risks faced by farmers in katueté, Paraguay.
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