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LIVING LANDSCAPES Embracing Agro-Biodiversity in Northern Laos
Title of document: LIVING LANDSCAPES Embracing Agro-Biodiversity in Northern Laos Authors/editor: Andrea Rodericks Journal’s name if any: Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: TABI Year of publication: 2020 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Main issues/ topics addressed (for example: …) School of agroecology (if any): Web address to original document (if any): https://www.phakhaolao.la/publications/living-landscapes-embracing-agro-biodiversity-northern-laos?fbclid=IwAR1PdBY2QRGw9A9Yqunt03SZTJw7EqO1gJnHpI7250CwFQD9CNP9O9qgh_c Summary: The Lao uplands have long been recognized for their rich agro-biodiversity. Home to globally important species of animals, plants, and micro-organisms, this agro-biodiversity is the legacy of the upland farmers’ agricultural knowledge and practices passed down over generations. Towards the end of the 20th century and the start of this one, the agrarian transition and the integration of Laos into the regional and global economy brought economic opportunity to upland communities. It also brought challenges and contradictions for traditionally subsistence farmers and threats to the biodiversity of the region. Read MoreALiSEA teams 40 downloads
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GAIA VITA: Bio-fertilizer expertise for Agroecology in South East Asia
Title of document: GAIA VITA: Bio-fertilizer expertise for Agroecology in South East Asia Authors/editor: GAIA VITA Journal’s name if any: Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: GAIA VITA Year of publication: 2019 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Main issues / topics addressed (for example: …) School of agroecology (if any): Web address to original document (if any): Summary: This presentation for the event on the “Agri-Business Conference Laos 2019” at the rooftop of Kolao Building on 25 June 2019, Vientiane Capital, Lao PDR. Read MoreALiSEA teams 18 downloads
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Agroecology & Markets: Setting the scene
Title of document: Agroecology & Markets: Setting the scene Authors: Isablle Vagneron Journal’s name if any: Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: CIRAD, GRET, ALiSEA Year of publication: 2018 Geographic focus: Laos Main issues / topics addressed (for example: What is agroecology?; Objectives of agroecology; The changing scope of agroecology; Bringing agroecology to markets……) School of agroecology (if any): Web address to original document (if any): Summary: This presentation for Thematic Workshop “Bringing Agroecology to the Market: Innovative Market Approaches and Institutional Settings to accompany the agroecological transition”, 9th February 2018, Vientiane, Lao PDR Read MoreALiSEA teams 32 downloads
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Experiences and lessons from The Agrobiodiversity Initiative
Title of document: Experiences and lessons from The Agrobiodiversity Initiative Authors: Dr. Chanhsamone Phongoudome Journal’s name if any: Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: NAFRI, TABI Year of publication: 2018 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Main issues / topics addressed (for example: Introduction; Mung bean production in Laos ; Methodology; Findings; Discussions…) School of agroecology (if any): Web address to original document (if any): Summary: The presentation for Agroecology Futures Regional Forum, November 6-8, 2018, Siem Reap, Cambodia Read MoreALiSEA teams 26 downloads
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The Lao Uplands Sourcebook Volume 1 ENG
Title of document: The Lao Uplands Sourcebook, Improving livelihoods in the Uplands of Lao PDR Authors: Bandith Ramangkoun, Michael Victor Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: NAFRI, NAFES, NUoL Year of publication: 2004 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Summary: The Lao Uplands Sourcebook was developed in order to provide field level extension workers, educators and students better access to the wealth of information and experiences in Uplands resource management in Lao PDR. The sourcebook includes 68 articles of best practices, lessons learned, and experiences gained by those working in the uplands. It is intended to provide field workers (provincial and district level staff ) with practical, easy to understand ways to solve problems facing upland development. The compilation can serve as a rich source of ideas and reference materials for trainers. It might also be useful to educators, policy makers, local officials and administrators. While the articles within the sourcebook can be further adapted to create community-based materials, the sourcebook as such is not meant for direct use with farmers or community groups. Read MorePierre Ferrand 22 downloads
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Poster - Non-Timber Forest Products in the Green Economy of Lao PDR
Title of document: Non-Timber Forest Products in the Green Economy of Lao PDR Authors/editor: Micah L Ingalls, Phetsaphone Thanasack, Cornelia Hett, Andreas Heinimann, Khamphou Phyoyyavong Journal’s name if any: Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: TABI Year of publication: 2020 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Main issues/ topics addressed (for example: …) School of agroecology (if any): Web address to original document (if any): https://www.researchgate.net/publication/339301368_Non-Timber_Forest_Products_in_the_Green_Economy_of_Lao_PDR?fbclid=IwAR1zZxZOTIfXR-kecPZYrrPrJKe6n1fsvBwFQxe7O-OidjTs80dge1Ile_A Summary: Poster from The Agrobiodiversity Initiative Project which underlines the importance of Non Timber Forest Products (NTFP) for upland families in Laos. Read MoreALiSEA teams 45 downloads
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Lao's Organic Agriculture: 2012 Update
Title of document: Lao's Organic Agriculture: 2012 Update Author: Vitoon Panyakul Year of publication: 2012 Geographic focus: Lao PDR School of agroecology: Organic Agriculture Organisation: Earth Net Foundation/Green Net, Thailand Web address: href="http://unctad.org/en/Docs/Lao%20Organic%20Agriculture%202012%20Update.pdf">http://unctad.org/en/Docs/Lao%20Organic%20Agriculture%202012%20Update.pdf Summary of the document: The document summarizes the update reports and documents on organic agriculture in Laos. It also consists of results from interview and discussion, comments, suggestions from the key stakeholders in Vientiane Capital and consultant’s personnel opinions in organic agriculture. Read MoreGRET2015 6 downloads
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The Lao Uplands Sourcebook, Improving livelihoods in the Uplands of Lao PDR, Vol 3, Lao
Title of document: The Lao Uplands Sourcebook, Improving livelihoods in the Uplands of Lao PDR, Vol 3, Lao Authors: Bandith Ramangkoun, Michael Victor Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: NAFRI, NAFES, NUoL Year of publication: 2004 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Summary: The Lao Uplands Sourcebook was developed in order to provide field level extension workers, educators and students better access to the wealth of information and experiences in Uplands resource management in Lao PDR. The sourcebook includes 68 articles of best practices, lessons learned, and experiences gained by those working in the uplands. It is intended to provide field workers (provincial and district level staff ) with practical, easy to understand ways to solve problems facing upland development. The compilation can serve as a rich source of ideas and reference materials for trainers. It might also be useful to educators, policy makers, local officials and administrators. While the articles within the sourcebook can be further adapted to create community-based materials, the sourcebook as such is not meant for direct use with farmers or community groups. Read MorePierre Ferrand 3 downloads
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Ecological vegetable cultivation of Hmong in LongLan village, Luang Prabang province, Laos
Title of document: Ecological vegetable cultivation of Hmong in LongLan village, Luang Prabang province, Laos Authors: SPERI Journal’s name if any: Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: SPERI, GRET/ALiSEA, AFD Year of publication: 2017 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Main issues / topics addressed (for example: Introduction of Long Lan village; Approaches of CHESH Lao / SPERI; Main principles in eco-veggies cultivation of Long Lan……) School of agroecology (if any): Web address to original document (if any): Summary: This document provides information related to the process of agricultural transition of the Hmong ethnic group in Long Lan village from the traditional rotational cultivation to combining the cultivation of ecological vegetables on the basis of ethnic knowledge, specific landscapes and local native species with the aim to ensure the livelihood security Read MoreALiSEA teams 21 downloads
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Local Agroforestry Knowledge in Southern Laos
Title of document: Local Agroforestry Knowledge in Southern Laos Authors: Journal’s name if any: Ministry/Government Agency/Organisation: CIRAD, ACTAE, CPC Year of publication: 2018 Geographic focus: Lao PDR Main issues / topics addressed (for example: Background and concepts; Selection of ecosystem services; Conclusion…) School of agroecology (if any): Web address to original document (if any): Summary: The presentation for Agroecology Futures Regional Forum, November 6-8, 2018, Siem Reap, Cambodia Read MoreALiSEA teams 24 downloads