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Introduction: It can be seen that the consequences of the modernization of Brazilian agriculture, stemming from the Green Revolution, have led to a scenario in which there are various environmental, social and economic impacts that have harmed many family farmers and, in particular, rural youth. It is clear that the same problems experienced in the past are part of youth today. Objective: The objective of this study is to verify the main socio-environmental and economic impacts of the attempt to modernize agriculture in the Brazilian reality. Theoretical Framework: It is based on the theoretical debates on the impacts of the modernization of agriculture in Brazil. Method: In order to explain this problem, the methodological decision was to carry out this study using a bibliographical, exploratory and basic method with a qualitative approach. The techniques used to collect data and information were direct observation and a literature review. Content analysis techniques were used. Results and Discussion: With regard to the qualitative results, it was found that the unequal and privileged implementation of agricultural modernization policies in Brazil and Ceará has resulted in socio-economic problems, such as the decline of the rural economy, the indebtedness of many farmers, the deterioration in the prices of agricultural products, the reduction of physical space, the dismissal of many workers and the consequent demographic swelling and slumification of cities. With regard to environmental problems, iniquitous agricultural modernization has led to the destruction of forests and genetic biodiversity, soil erosion and the contamination of natural resources and food. Research Implications: In conclusion, it can be said that in the face of capitalist exploitation of nature and production relations, there is a need to think about a new way of structuring agricultural modernization policies from the perspective of sustainability practices.