Sustainability and babassu coconut breakers in the Sardinha Community in Timbiras (MA, Brazil)

Abstract

This study aimed to disseminate the work and traditional knowledge of coconut breakers from Timbiras (MA, Brazil) and to present the social, economic, cultural and environmental importance of the babassu palm tree. The research was conducted in the Sardinha community, located in Timbiras (MA), where information was collected and interviews were conducted. We created a display box with products derived from babassu and produced an environmental education booklet, which was distributed among elementary school students from the municipalities of Timbiras and Codó, who had little knowledge about the various products derived from babassu, as well as the history and traditional knowledge of coconut breakers.