Plano de negócio para a instalação de uma biofábrica de Trichogramma no sudoeste do Paraná

Abstract

Applied biological control, especially with the use of Trichogramma, is emerging as an effective solution in integrated pest management, since these parasitoids are capable of managing more than 200 pest species in up to 70 different crops. The objective of this study is to develop an economic study for the construction and operation of a Trichogramma biofactory in southwestern Paraná. The research was conducted focusing on several financial aspects, including implementation costs, operating costs, gross and net revenues, taxes, fees, necessary licenses, among other factors. Cost data were collected from at least 3 different stores and the average price was used. The values were converted to PTAX dollars to reduce market fluctuation. The initial investment required for the implementation of the biofactory was estimated at approximately US$ 28,879.29, while monthly operating costs, including consumables and labor, total approximately US$ 3,217.10. The financial analysis indicated that the project could generate gross revenue of US$ 9,345.00 per month, with a positive cash flow from the 7th month, reaching an accumulated net profit of US$ 218,639.73 at the end of 60 months. Based on the financial analyses performed, a high rate of return is expected, combined with a low sensitivity index and a low risk index. Due to this, there was no need to use Monte Carlo Simulation (SMC) in the economic feasibility project. Thus, the business proposal shows itself to be a promising and economically viable investment opportunity.