Resumo em língua estrangeira
Sesame is an oilseed of historical, economic, and nutritional importance that has been gaining prominence in Brazil, particularly in Mato Grosso, where the Araguaia Valley boasts favorable soil and climate conditions and growing demand for its derivatives. The study investigated agricultural practices applied to regional cultivation, analyzing soil management, seeds, productivity, crop rotation, and the incidence of pests and diseases. The qualitative research used a 43-question questionnaire administered to local farmers. The results indicated a predominance of recent crops, average productivity between 400 and 800 kg per harvest, the majority use of classified seeds, adherence to crop rotation, and frequent occurrences of caterpillars, stink bugs, whiteflies, and fungi. It was observed that, despite the crop's hardiness and adaptability, management remains heterogeneous, limiting its production potential. Consolidating sesame in the region requires conservation practices, nutritional technologies, and integrated pest control to ensure sustainability and competitiveness.