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Abstract
The purpose of this study was to identify and characterize different
groups of homogeneous microregions concerning cattle breeding
and agriculture modernization in Minas Gerais State. In order to achieve
it, the factorial analysis techniques and the grouping analysis were used
to obtain the factors reflecting the technological standard, factors whose
relations enable to organize groups of similar microregions. Ten different
groups of homogeneous microregions were identified, and each of
them has its own combination of such factors, reflecting its technological
level. The groups found in the study constitute preliminary information
for localized application of support policies to the sector, as well as for
decisions to be made by private initiative agents.