Xiao Luo

Cuixi Academy of Biotechnology, Zhuji, 311800, Zhejiang, China
Author    Correspondence author
GMO Biosafety Research, 2024, Vol. 15, No. 1   
Received: 16 Dec., 2023    Accepted: 27 Jan., 2024    Published: 05 Feb., 2024

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This study provides a comprehensive overview of the role of policy and legislation in promoting sustainable sugarcane production. Through a detailed examination of the Brazilian case, including the implementation of the Forest Code and RenovaBio legislation, this study assesses the effectiveness of these policies in guiding sustainable land use and enhancing bioenergy production. The study reviews the challenges faced in balancing environmental, economic, and social factors within the sugarcane industry and presents a series of policy recommendations aimed at improving sustainability globally. These recommendations include the integration of policy frameworks, support for small-scale farmers, and the enhancement of labor regulations. The study also explores the implications of these policies for environmental conservation, energy security, and social equity in sugarcane-producing regions. By synthesizing recent research, the study highlights the complex interactions between agricultural practices, legislative frameworks, and sustainability outcomes.

Sustainable sugarcane production; Environmental policy; Bioenergy legislation; Brazilian agriculture; Renewable energy policy