This project promotes the adoption of upland climate-smart agroforestry systems (CSAF) to replace ineffective monoculture practices in Viet Nam and the wider Mekong region. It addresses persistent challenges such as low awareness, limited skills, outdated information, and weak institutional support by providing technical guidance and piloting viable models in representative communities. The initiative engages diverse stakeholders, including households, government agencies, private sectors, and academic institutions. With support from universities, AFoCO, and regional partners, the project fosters collaboration and capacity building to create a foundation for broader CSAF integration across the Mekong region through household-level and market-based approaches.
Priority Sector
Agriculture & Rural Development
Project Site
No. of Direct Beneficiaries
Duration
Mar-2025 to Dec-2027
Conduct a comprehensive assessment of the current development status of agriculture and forestry (Months 1-6)
Develop suitability maps (Months 5-9)
Create technical guidelines for CSAF (Months 5-12)
Support the construction of nurseries (Months 13-14)
Establish a demonstration model (Months 13-32)
Develop a WebGIS platform (Months 19-24)
Enhance capabilities and raise public awareness (Months 25-32)
Strengthened cooperation on CSAF development in the Mekong region and enhanced regional understanding of CSAF.
Strengthened cooperation on CSAF development in the Mekong region and enhanced regional understanding of CSAF.Adoption plans for CSAF at the country level (including action plans, regulations, and development orientations).
Enhanced collaboration and technology transfer between the ROK and Mekong region countries for CSAF development.
Increased awareness and knowledge of CSAF’s role and best practices in the GMS.
Strengthened network between academic & research institutes and local communities in the Mekong region, with support from ROK universities, AFoCO, and related institutes for CSAF and rural livelihood development.
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Mr. Madhurjya Kumar Dutta
MKCF Director,
MKCF Secretariat, Mekong Institute
Khon Kaen, Thailand
+66 (0)43 202 411 ext 2101
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