Isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic has heightened daily tension, leading to stress and other illnesses. This research examined the impact of backyard activities on social and personal well-being, focusing on agricultural (gardens, vegetables, medicinal plants) and livestock activities (chickens, goats, sheep, cows). An exploratory study was conducted using a Likert-scale survey of 387 people, with 22 items covering economic growth, social well-being, and human development. The results showed that 50% of the respondents experienced pleasant emotions through sensory engagement with home gardens, leading to well-being, reduced anxiety and stress, better concentration, and improved family harmony. McDonald’s Omega (ω) value for item consistency was 0.964. Strong correlations were found between economic growth, social well-being, and human development with social and personal well-being, at 0.719, 0.819, and 0.812, respectively. These results are validated by an exploratory principal component factor analysis, which shows the correlation of the classes that integrate backyard activities on a principal axis. Backyard livestock activities had a lesser impact on personal and social well-being compared to agricultural activities, which were valued more for their economic and nutritional contributions. Thus, backyard activities, especially those involving home gardens, significantly enhance social and personal well-being alongside their economic and food benefits.

The northwest region of Mexico stands out as one of the areas with the greatest contribution to the national aquaculture industry, which has led its producers to reconsider the need to innovate in the processes of technological incorporation in sustainable ways. Thus, the aim of this study was to determine the attitudinal and motivational context perceived in aquaculture companies in the region, related to the innovation, competitiveness and support programmes. By means of Likert scaling, it was possible to identify aspects of both domains that would facilitate the development of technological innovation within aquaculture. Such an escalation also showed the need to intensify efforts, with the participation of the state, public and private universities, as well as non-governmental organisations, to develop strategies and policies that facilitate the incorporation of innovative technologies. The research design is structured under a descriptive-explanatory approach, with a cross-sectional format, in which 108 surveys were applied. These surveys were designed using the Likert scale and validated with the McDonald’s Omega method, with ω = 0.773. Cronbach’s α and exploratory factor analysis (EFA) were employed, showing a correlation between the items of the construct and its subcategories. The values of the covariance of the items obtained through the exploratory analysis show that 56% of the items have a correlation greater than 0.05. This indicates that there is a positive attitude and motivation towards the implementation of technological innovation in aquaculture in the study region, with participation from all three levels of government.

The artisanal harvesting of Anadara mazatlanica is of fundamental importance to the sociocultural identity and economic livelihood of the coastal communities located in the San Ignacio–Navachiste–Macapule (SINM) lagoon system in Mexico; its conservation depends on the sustainable use of the species and its habitat, which is considered vulnerable to multiple socioeconomic and environmental pressures. The circular economy (CE) emerges as a potential approach to integrate resource exploitation, waste reduction, and community-oriented conservation management. This study analyzed the perceptions of A. mazatlanica harvesters, covering social, economic, environmental, and recycling dimensions (theoretical approach) and corroborated by exploratory factor analysis, thereby identifying the main challenges and areas of opportunity for the transition to sustainable development models. A quantitative (exploratory–descriptive) approach was used, employing a structured questionnaire that included a sociodemographic section and 23 items on a Likert scale. The findings revealed a high sociocultural appreciation of artisanal fishing and community cohesion ($\overline{\mathrm{x}}$ = 4.55). In contrast, economic perceptions showed a moderately negative level ($\overline{\mathrm{x}}$ = 2.48), indicating a dependence on intermediaries, limited added value, and institutional support. The CE dimension ($\overline{\mathrm{x}}$ = 1.55) suggested an underutilization of shells. In addition, the mean value of 3.44 for environmental perceptions highlighted awareness of ecosystem deterioration and regulatory deficiencies. These results highlight the need to enhance fisheries governance, diversify value chains, and integrate circular innovations to ensure the sustainability of this fishery.

La presente obra es producto de los trabajos presentados en el V Congreso Internacional sobre Sustentabilidad, Competitividad y Gestión en las Organizaciones (CISCGO), bajo el lema: “Gestión estratégica: promotora de la sostenibilidad al valor compartido” realizado del 03 al 05 de octubre de 2019 en la ciudad de Mazatlán, Sinaloa, México. Este congreso tuvo como objetivo principal contribuir al análisis y a la reflexión sobre la sustentabilidad, la competitividad y la gestión organizacional. Esta quinta edición ratifica que el CISCGO es un escenario académico en el que se discuten, analizan y proponen soluciones alternativas para los problemas que enfrentan las organizaciones interesadas en ser competitivas y en desarrollar estrategias. Dichas propuestas se desarrollan atendiendo la dimensión social, ambiental y económica, lo que permite crar un espacio de reflexión en torno a los avances y nuevas formas de entender el desarrollo competitivo y sustentable de las organizaciones, con base en las experiencias exitosas a nivel local, nacional e internacional.

En los espacios de la vida rural, donde la tierra se convierte en sustento y tradición, el traspatio emerge como un sistema productivo lleno de significado. Más allá de su aparente sencillez, representa una estrategia clave para la seguridad alimentaria, la diversificación de ingresos y la preservación de conocimientos que se trasmiten de generación a generación. “Diversidad productiva de traspatio y bienestar social en comunidades rurales” ofrece una mirada integral a estas prácticas, articulando fundamentos teóricos, evidencia empírica y propuestas de capacitación orientadas al desarrollo sostenible. A través de un enfoque multidisciplinario, se exploran las dinámicas sociales, económicas y ambientales que configuran el traspatio como un eje de resiliencia comunitaria. Este libro está dirigido a personas de comunidades comprometidas con el desarrollo rural, a académicos, a estudiantes y a aquellos interesadas en comprender y fortalecer las capacidades locales. En sus páginas, el lector encontrará no solo análisis rigurosos, sino también herramientas prácticas que contribuyen a impulsar modelos de producción más justos, inclusivos y sostenibles. Porque en cada traspatio hay más que producción: hay identidad, conocimiento y futuro.

Traditional shellfish harvesting plays a crucial role in food security, local livelihoods and the preservation of cultural heritage in coastal communities. This study examined environmental, socioeconomic and circular economy perceptions associated with the artisanal fishery of the “black chinese” snail (Hexaplex nigritus) in the Navachiste Lagoon system, located in the south-eastern Gulf of California. A quantitative, exploratory–descriptive approach was employed using a structured Likert-scale questionnaire administered to 225 fishers. Four analytical dimensions were evaluated: environmental perception, personal-family-social, economic, and circular economy perception. Given the multidimensional nature of the questionnaire, the results were interpreted through item-level response patterns. An exploratory hierarchical cluster analysis using Ward’s method suggested greater similarity between environmental and economic perception profiles, without establishing a definitive relationship. The descriptive results indicated moderate environmental concern ($\overline{\mathrm{x}}$ = 3.12), high sociocultural value ($\overline{\mathrm{x}}$ = 4.49), a negative economic perception ($\overline{\mathrm{x}}$ = 2.32) associated with low income and dependence on intermediaries, and limited adoption of circular economy practices ($\overline{\mathrm{x}}$ = 1.36). It is concluded that, despite its cultural importance, surveyed fishers perceive that the fishery faces environmental pressures and economic constraints and shows an almost total lack of integration of circular economy practices. These findings underscore the potential importance of developing comprehensive policies to promote sustainable management, strengthen marketing, and foster a circular economy for the H. nigritus fishery with the aim of contributing to its long-term sustainability in the region.