Caracterización socio-productiva del cultivo de paja toquilla (Carludovica palmata)

The purpose of this research is the socioeconomic characterization of the toquilla straw in Ecuador. It is known as a palm tree that is produced in several regions of Ecuador, the stems are grown and harvested to separate the fibers from the green bark, and then continue with the process of cooking, shaking, drying, zahumado or bleaching with sulfur and finally the distribution and marketing of the finished product. From this raw material, the weavers begin to manufacture various handicrafts, including the popular Panamanian hat, a technique that is part of the cultural heritage. In the present work, a bibliographic research method was used and information on toquilla straw published in repositories, books, scientific and academic journals was studied to facilitate the analysis. Consequently, toquilla straw cultivation in Ecuador plays a very significant role in the economy of several communities nationwide, becoming the main source of income for these households. Production is generated empirically by farmers belonging to rural communities, which is why it is necessary to provide a better induction to the toquilla straw producers so that they can supply the growing demand for the product for various activities, and in turn promote the increase in the remuneration of the labor force. It should be emphasized that in summary, the relevant aspects were identified as the agroindustry and socioeconomic aspects of the toquilla straw, where the transcendental knowledge of the producers and artisans was highlighted, who know how to work with this plant from its cultivation, harvesting and transformation into handicrafts.

• Autor principal: Albán González, Alexis Leonardo (author)
• Formato: bachelorThesis
• Publicado: 2022
• Materias: Paja toquilla; Fibra; Cogollo; Producción
• Acceso en línea: http://dspace.utb.edu.ec/handle/49000/13279