The multifunctionality of rural space: Agriculture and pedagogical rural tourism in the southernmost region of Brazil

Abstract

The article addresses pedagogical rural tourism developed by farmer families in the southernmost region of Brazil. Three agricultural production units were evaluated, which host students and teachers for classes on agroforestry, agroecology, and natural resource conservation. It is noted that farmers play an important role as educators, highlighting the multifunctionality of rural space and agriculture.

Keywords

• Agroecology
• Environmental education
• Sustainable development
• Rurality