Colombia, panela amarga

"Colombia, Bitter Panela" is a specialized book that addresses the social movement process in Colombia, led by the Unidad Panelera Nacional, an independent agricultural organization. This organization brings together farmers, workers, and entrepreneurs from the panela industry and advocates against the challenges of neoliberal globalization. The period from 2000 to 2002 is considered the peak of this movement, during which numerous people demanded through civil resistance that the state protect national food sovereignty, support the agricultural sector, and preserve the artisanal production of panela. Panela, a food derived from sugarcane, plays a central role in Colombian cuisine and nutrition. The book offers an in-depth analysis of the social protests and the associated cultural and economic aspects that are significant for understanding Colombian society.