Environmental impact assessment of sustainable agricultural practices through structural analysis with the MICMIAC technique

Abstract

This study assesses the environmental impact of sustainable agricultural practices through a structural analysis using the MICMAC technique to evaluate the key interrelations between variables. Variables were identified and classified, highlighting those with important influences and dependencies. The results showed that Use of agrochemicals, Climate resilience, and Greenhouse gas emissions are variables with a high impact. The results also show the existence of determinant variables such as Energy use, Biological diversity, among others. Autonomous variables, such as Effects on human health and Soil erosion, show direct impacts on human health and soil management. Finally, Economic costs and profitability were variables that were classified as result variables, reflecting the economic impact of sustainable practices. Despite some limitations, the study provides support when making decisions in sustainable agriculture.