Nitrogen Fluxes in an Agro-Livestock System under Land Use Change: A Temporal Analysis in an Environmental Protection Unit

In recent decades, significant changes have driven the advancement of agricultural production systems in Brazil. The objective this study is to analyze efficiency and transformation system Ibirapuitã Environmental Preservation Area (EPA) through nitrogen input output flows. Methodologically, approach considered mixed, consisting a case based on quantitative qualitative techniques. Flowcharts indicators were elaborated evaluate flows over time. results confirmed semi-structured interviews. indicated that economic one main factors transforming livestock system. into did not reduce Productive reaffirm volatility under political contexts, even an environmental protection unit.