Mixed-methods approach reveals climate change affects gatherers' perceptions and profit margins in C. coriaceum value chain, indicating environmental and socio-economic challenges.
Key Points
This research investigates how climate change influences the value chain of C. coriaceum and the socio-economic challenges faced by gatherers in Northeastern Brazil.
Mixed-methods approach combining qualitative and quantitative data
Semi-structured interviews with 17 sellers/gatherers
Value Links 2.0 approach for mapping the value chain
Narrative analysis of gatherers' perceptions regarding climate impacts
C. coriaceum value chain is highly seasonal and dependent on external suppliers before harvest
Average profit margin reported at 57.13% during the harvest period
Gatherers noted climate change negatively affects fruit size and taste due to changing rainfall and temperatures
Findings align with scientific evidence on water and heat stress impacting species' phenology