Desarrollo rural endógeno en la Reserva de la Biosfera Sierra Manantlán, México

Abstract

This article describes and discusses some experiences related to the promotion of rural development in the Sierra de Manantlán biosphere reserve in western Mexico, in addition to analyzing the factors that influence and determine the reserve's success. Central to this discussion is the effort to reinforce endogenous rural development processes, as well as the participation of local actors. This effort is connected to the sustainability debate.