The Catatumbo: analysis of socioeconomic factors and their relationship with productivity in the region

Abstract

The following article analyzes the socioeconomic factors and their relationship with productivity in the Catatumbo region, an area historically affected by different agents of the armed conflict who used the territory for the illicit cultivation of narcotics or contraband. This the research presents the socioeconomic panorama of the region and reveals new economic and social opportunities for the region. Additionally, this research is developed through a qualitative methodology with an inductive method and descriptive type of study, whose purpose is to specify the variables: index of unsatisfied basic needs, territorial organization, armed conflict, economy, public finances, health, housing, public services, education, environment, measurement of municipal performance, demographics and population. Finally, it is concluded that the Catatumbo region is highly rich in natural resources, which provides a great national and international commercial opportunity for its agricultural production; however, this opportunity may be missed due to the lack of knowledge of the farmers and/or productive associations of Catatumbo about the productive potential of the region.