Sustainability in agriculture

This research explores the development of a novel slow-release fertilizer coating composed of polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), tapioca starch, and modified rice husk char. These results underscore the potential of using rice husk char in biopolymer coatings to enhance the environmental performance of fertilizers, offering a sustainable approach to agricultural management.

8p viling 11-10-2024 2 1   Download

The main purpose of the study is to clarify the virtual water trade relationship between China and Vietnam in the period from 2010 to 2021 by examining the specific water footprint of agricultural trade products derived from plants and animals for agricultural products which is the largest freshwater consumption in the world, accounting for about 70-95%.

13p vibecca 01-10-2024 1 1   Download

Research on consumer needs for safe foods under the willingness to pay (WTP) approach based on consumer behavior has been performed widely and has contributed greatly to the development of safe foods, assisted enterprises’ decision-making processes in improving agricultural and food products, and provided orientation to policymakers in improving public health as well as in fostering sustainable economic growth.

15p vibecca 01-10-2024 3 1   Download

The objectives of the study were to (i) identify sustainable livelihood options; (ii) the most suitable livelihood practices with the purpose of reducing poverty for local communities and their dependency on forest resources; and (iii) recommend suitable policies to reduce the conflict between socio-economic development and forest management.

14p vibecca 01-10-2024 3 2   Download

The implementation of breeding programs for indoor vertical farms has been increasing to provide new varieties that have higher nutritional contents and morphological traits fitted to these sustainable production systems. Spinach (Spinacia oleracea L.) is one of the fastest-growing, nutrient-dense leafy vegetables to grow indoors.

12p vibecca 01-10-2024 2 1   Download

In this paper, several IAA farming systems practiced in Vietnam are described, and their impacts are also reviewed. It is speculated that in developing countries like Vietnam, the IAA farming system should be targeted for support as a sustainable food safety model and a form of ecosystem-based technology to reduce environmental impacts, adapt to climate change, help avoid risks from market fluctuation, and increase incomes in comparison with monoculture farming.

8p vibecca 01-10-2024 3 2   Download

This paper aims to review the current situation of the Vietnamese geographical indication (GI) system from both the legal and practical perspectives. It examines how the top-down approach influences the effectiveness and sustainability of the whole system.

13p vibecca 01-10-2024 4 2   Download

Climate change is one of the greatest threats to human beings, and agriculture is one of the fields that is most negatively affected by climate change. Farmers around the world and global food supply chains are impacted by the more extreme weather phenomena and increased damage of diseases and pests caused by climate change.

8p vibecca 01-10-2024 3 2   Download

The authors applied the desk-study method to collect and review literature research, select a group of six criteria, and then applied the criteria to assess the system's sustainability based on Likert's 3-point scale. The results show that criteria scores ranged from 1.9 points to 2.5 points, while the total score of the whole system is 12.9 points - reaching an average sustainability level.

11p vibecca 01-10-2024 2 2   Download

This study aimed to identify the factors affecting farmers’ adoption of sustainable land management (SLM) practices to combat land degradation in Vietnam. Based on the survey data from 826 farmers in three representative regions, the study showed that the SLM model and SLM adoption rate were quite varied due to differences of natural and socio-economic conditions.

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This study investigated the role of perennial crop systems in enhancing sustainable livelihoods among rural households in Dak Lak province, Vietnam, with a particular focus on coffee and pepper crops. To gather data for this study, structured interviews were conducted with 86 households (90 farms) through a multi-stage sampling approach from January to May 2019.

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This study measured production efficiency considering environmental factors (environmental efficiency) to assess the sustainability of pig farms in the district. This study used the data envelopment analysis (DEA) model with undesirable output (COD emissions) to measure environmental efficiency in pig production.

12p vibecca 01-10-2024 2 2   Download

This paper suggests that, in the context of rising globalization, the urbanization of the countryside, and the need to ensure the sustainability and inclusivity of cities, urban planners and policy-makers should take into account the way by which low-income residents continue to rely on environmental and social capital to adapt to changes.

11p viyoko 24-09-2024 2 1   Download

Saltwater intrusion has become a significant problem in coastal regions across the globe, including Vietnam, impacting resident livelihoods, economies, and societies. Particularly, the Mekong Delta region plays a pivotal role in Vietnam’s economy and agriculture, serving as a crucial source for Vietnam’s socio-economic development and environmental sustainability.

19p vifaye 20-09-2024 2 1   Download

The article focuses on analyzing and evaluating a number of situations related to the substainable production and export of agricultural products of Vietnam in the context that trade protection measures continue to increase in the current period. Using qualitative research methods such as statistics, description, comparison, contrast, synthesis and analysis, ..., the research results show that trade protection measures, especially the Non-tariff measures have been and are tending to be more diversified and more sophisticated.

15p toduongg 24-08-2024 2 2   Download

This study examines the costs and benefits of traditional rice production as well as of different adaptation methods to saltwater intrusion in the Central Coastal region of Vietnam. Data is collected through a structured questionnaire at the farm household level, focus groups discussion and through key informant interviews. Our results indicate that traditional rice production becomes less profitable as the level of saltwater intrusion on the land plots increases.

18p toduongg 24-08-2024 3 2   Download

The thesis investigates the growth promoting effects of plant growth promoting bacteria (PGPB) in chickpea and wheat. Three main topics covered are: 1) Isolating local Plant Growth Promoting Bacteria; 2) Screening and characterization of isolates; 3) Assessment and identification of the selected strains.

107p runthenight04 02-02-2023 11 4   Download

Pig farming generates highly polluting wastewaters which entail serious environmental issues when not adequately managed. Microalgae systems can be promising for cost, energy and environment-efficient treatment of piggery wastewater (PWW). Aside from clean water, the produced biomass can be used as biostimulants and biopesticides contributing to a more sustainable agriculture.

9p thebadguys 15-01-2022 11 0   Download

Research on solutions to improve the efficiency of changing the efficiency of farming models on rice land to improve farm household income, contributing to the implementation of the agricultural sector's restructuring orientation in association with the model of sustainable agricultural development in Hau Giang province.

43p gaocaolon12 14-06-2021 16 4   Download

Objectives: The objective of the thesis is to analyze the relationship between agricultural and forestry production and the use of basic natural resources in the concentrated area of Thai ethnic people in Son La province in terms of a socio-economic perspective. Since then, orienting to build some effective agricultural and forest production models and proposing solutions to develop agriculture and forestry towards sustainable use of natural resources.

24p tunelove 10-06-2021 22 2   Download