Self-consumption and marketing of agricultural products in rural communities of Tabasco: challenges and opportunities.

Abstract

This study analyzes the balance between self-sufficiency and the commercialization of agricultural products in Tabasco, with the aim of strengthening food sovereignty. The methodology was qualitative, based on a literature review and an analysis of social, economic, and cultural factors. The results point to structural barriers such as a lack of infrastructure and financing, and the influence of sociocultural factors, such as rural aging; however, opportunities were also identified in community empowerment, training, and cooperatives. The study concludes that progress requires inclusive strategies that combine public policies and social innovation to promote a sustainable economy, ensuring food sovereignty and the economic resilience of communities.