Viabilidade econômica da prestação de serviços tercerizados de colheita mecanizada de grãos

Abstract

The present study aimed to conduct an economic feasibility analysis of providing outsourced mechanized harvesting services, focusing on soybean and corn production in different regions of Brazil. To achieve this, a case study was conducted involving two entrepreneurs from the municipalities of Santa Helena and Entre Rios do Oeste, in the state of Paraná. The study illustrates the business operation through data collection carried out via interviews with rural property owners, allowing for a detailed analysis of the operational model. The research focused on identifying and evaluating the enterprise's fixed and variable costs, as well as conducting a comprehensive assessment of its economic outcomes. To complement the analysis, key financial indicators such as Net Present Value (NPV), Internal Rate of Return (IRR), and Payback (PB) were applied. These indicators enabled an evaluation of the viability and expected return of the activities, providing a solid basis for strategic decision-making. Additionally, the study identified the challenges and opportunities within the outsourced mechanized harvesting service sector, considering regional specificities and factors that influence the profitability and sustainability of this type of business. The study demonstrated that this line of activity is viable and profitable, provided it is associated with rigorous management, as it involves high investment and operational costs.