Resíduos sólidos lançados ao meio ambiente derivados da produção animal

Abstract

This study aimed to identify how solid waste from animal production is being managed on rural properties. The development involved a bibliographic review analysis with qualitative research, using the Scielo platform, scientific journals, newspapers, and Brazilian legislation. Topics such as sustainability and environmental protection laws for waste disposal were evaluated. This study demonstrated that not all rural property owners improperly dispose of solid waste produced on their properties. When investigating the farmers' knowledge about using waste from their properties for energy production and biodigesters and biogas, little to no knowledge of this activity was observed. It was concluded that there is a lack of awareness among rural producers about waste management and proper disposal locations, as well as about biodigester technology, which produces biogas and biofertilizer. It was also found that competent authorities are failing to provide more support and investments in this area.