Diseño de un modelo de producción más limpia para la finca “castillo de altura”, ubicada en la Parroquia San Juan Provincia de Chimborazo

Abstract

This study describes a Cleaner Production (PML) model applicable to the reality of the "Castillo de Altura" farm because the consumption of resources and production inputs was high concerning the raw milk produced on the farm. Therefore, they generated significant investments of money and negative impacts on the environment, mainly due to the waste of resources and, in turn, the production of solid waste of a biological nature that did not have adequate treatment. This research aimed to design a Cleaner Production (PML) model for the "Castillo de Altura" farm in the San Juan parish, Chimborazo province, seeking an efficient production system coupled with sustainable development principles. The methodology adopted was qualitative through technical visits to the operational processes and quantitative through the analysis of the monthly consumption sheets. The identification of the pros and cons of the farm was carried out based on a SWOT matrix. At the same time, the improvement proposals were developed based on bibliographic reviews related to the subject. The analysis concluded that the farm's production system could be more efficient because the consumption of resources and inputs exceeded the established indicators by 42% on average, which is why 13 opportunities were proposed. Shortterm improvement incurred mainly in training and Good Labor Practices (GLP) that had direct positive economic and environmental impacts.