Time
2023–2027
Project Facts
- Duration: April 7, 2023 – April 6, 2027
- Funding source: European Union (DeSIRA Initiative)
- Funding amount: €4.15 million
- Principal investigator: Dr. Alexis Drogoul – International Joint Laboratory led by IRD
- Field sites: Dong Thap, Kien Giang, and Tra Vinh provinces in the Mekong Delta
Objectives
- Facilitate the development and implementation of supportive policies and frameworks for agroecological transformation
- Establish and strengthen agroecological value chains (AEVCs)
- Enhance adaptive learning and advisory systems for stakeholders
Focus areas
- Agroecological Transition: Promote sustainable practices and reduce chemical inputs through diversified cropping and improved soil health.
- Climate Resilience: Support adaptation to salinity, drought, and land degradation in vulnerable Mekong Delta zones.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthen capacity of farmers, advisors, and institutions through participatory tools and inclusive learning platforms.
Methodology
- Integrated Simulation Platform: Build a multi-scale model combining agroecological, socio-economic, and climate data.
- Agent-Based Modeling: Simulate farming system transitions and policy scenarios across regions and timescales.
- Participatory Tools: Develop visual simulations to explore trade-offs and guide decision-making.
- Local Calibration: Align model inputs and outputs with real field data and feedback from Mekong Delta stakeholders.
Results
- Operational modeling tools to support agroecological decision-making at local and regional levels
- Improved capacity of institutions to design and monitor agroecological programs
- Policy briefs and training materials for integrating AEVCs into Vietnam’s agricultural strategy
Partners & stakeholders
- Lead Agency: FAO Vietnam
- Research Partners:
- CIRAD (France)
- IRD (France)
- UMMISCO (Modeling & Systems Science)
- National Institutions:
- Vietnam Academy of Agricultural Sciences (VAAS)
- Can Tho University (CTU)
- Vietnam National University of Agriculture (VNUA)
- Funding Partner: European Union – DeSIRA Initiative
