Propuesta para la optimización del potencial agrícola de Cundinamarca mediante el acuerdo comercial Colombia–Estados Unidos como herramienta de gestión pública

Abstract

The objective of this study was to analyze and propose strategies to optimize the agricultural potential of Cundinamarca through the Trade Agreement between Colombia and the United States, with an emphasis on public management as a tool to strengthen the sustainability and competitiveness of the sector. The methodology was based on a document review and analysis of local experiences in the municipality of Chocontá, complemented by the identification of sustainable agricultural practices, institutional capacities, and possibilities for access to resources and financing. The results showed that the integration of innovative technologies and the adoption of climate-resilient agricultural practices made it possible to design a framework for action aimed at increasing productivity and reducing risks associated with climate variability and international market dynamics. It also became clear that strengthening technical assistance, training, and community participation were essential for improving governance and generating social capital in rural areas. It was concluded that the proposal contributed to consolidating a comprehensive approach to sustainable rural development by balancing international trade opportunities with the need to protect small producers. In this regard, the importance of coordinating public policies, local actors, and international cooperation to ensure a positive economic, social, and environmental impact on the agricultural sector in Cundinamarca was highlighted.