Brenda Nunes Alves
Family farming constitutes the backbone of global food production, yet its operational efficiency, particularly concerning shared production management, remains a critical area for optimization. This systematic review synthesizes existing literature to elucidate the challenges and technological solutions pertinent to shared production management within family rural properties. Employing a rigorous search protocol across academic databases, studies focusing on family farming, production management, and related technological interventions were systematically identified and analyzed. The review reveals that while family farming is globally predominant, its management often faces hurdles related to information asymmetry, resource allocation, and market access, exacerbated by traditional operational models. Key findings highlight the emergence of software solutions as a promising avenue for enhancing shared management, offering tools for planning, monitoring, and decision-making. However, the adoption and effective integration of these technologies are often hampered by socio-economic factors, digital literacy gaps, and the specific cultural contexts of rural communities. The synthesis underscores the necessity for context-specific, user-friendly technological interventions that respect the unique dynamics of family-based agricultural activities. This review contributes to a deeper understanding of the interplay between family farming structures, management practices, and technological innovation, providing a foundation for developing more effective strategies to support the sustainability and productivity of family rural properties globally.