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Perspectives on Sustainable Management of Jackfruit Trees for Food Consumption in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

Year: 2022

Type: conference-paper

Abstract: Given the emerging challenges of climate change on the food system, alternative solutions that promote food security for the Brazilian population while conserving ecosystems and supporting smallholder farmers are needed. This study sought to explore the potential of one solution: the use of green jackfruit as a culinary alternative to meat. This study investigated consumer perception of jackfruit through an online survey completed by 330 individuals and through interviews with jackfruit entrepreneurs. The research highlighted a knowledge gap in Brazilians’ perception of the food uses of green jackfruit and the need for a change in food culture to expand its use.

DOI: 10.3390/environsciproc2022015008

Authors: Kathleen Weintraub, Camila Rodrigues, Katia Tabai

Institution: Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro

Language: English

Topic: Agriculture Sustainability and Environmental Impact

Subfield: Ecology

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Zero hunger, Responsible consumption and production, Climate action

Open Access status: gold

OpenAlex ID: W4224256696

FWCI: 5.297

Cites: 1

Cited by: 5

Related to: 10