International Journal of Agricultural Research and Review

Low-Carbon Agriculture Plan and Program as Innovation for Sustainable Development in Brazil

Abstract

The Low-Carbon Agriculture Plan (Plano ABC) and its financing program (Programa ABC) represent innovative strategies to promote sustainable agricultural practices and mitigate greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in Brazil. This study analyzes approved hectares under the Plan ABC and the corresponding funding from the Program ABC between 2010 and 2014. Regional patterns were explored across five major Brazilian regions, emphasizing the adoption of six mitigation technologies. Results show that implementation is not uniform, which is due to differences in technical assistance, access to financing, and the structure of agriculture in different regions. Findings reinforce the need for targeted policy support and broader dissemination of low-carbon technologies to advance sustainable development in Brazilian agriculture.

Keywords: Low-Carbon Agriculture; Sustainable Development; Greenhouse Gas Mitigation; Plan ABC; Climate Policy