Systematization of Geographical Knowledge and Ecological Knowledge of Peasant Families. Development Strategy in a Community of Mexico

Abstract

Geographical knowledge and ecological knowledge in social knowledge and daily life of peasant families in Mexico is important to know, understand and use natural resources. In the community of Progreso Hidalgo, located in the Ecological Transition Zone of the Mexican Subtropics, geographical and ecological knowledge have families determine the subsistence, economy and social welfare. Management of natural resources in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems is the basis for successfully survive in the context of a globalized world. Geographical knowledge and ecological knowledge are present in 100% of the families living in this community and are manifested in soil management, wild vegetation, crops, rainfall, rocks, sunlight, altitudinal gradient, residual moisture, force of gravity, water, shade trees, wild animals and aquatic animals.