This paper summarizes key findings and identifies the main lessons learnt from a 5-year
(2002–2008) coordinated research project (CRP) on “Assessing the effectiveness of soil …

In hilly areas, agroforestry can be a more sustainable way of producing food and other
products and services than agriculture based on sole-cropping. However, research is …

This paper aims to analyze and discuss the evolution towards sustainable coffee supply
chain and its management in Vietnam. Coffee is a major agricultural export commodity of …

Soil erosion induced by rainfall is a critical problem in many regions in the world, particularly
in tropical areas where the annual rainfall amount often exceeds 2000 mm. Predicting soil …

Aims Phosphorus (P) deficiency is a major constraint for rice production in the tropics. Field-
specific P management is key for resource-limited farmers to increase yields with minimal …

Fallout radionuclides, such as 137 Cs, have been recognized as a valuable means for
studying soil erosion processes. In this study, the 137 Cs technique was used to assess soil …

This study evaluated factors influencing banana farmer's adoption of sustainable agricultural
practices (SAPs) in the uplands of Quang Tri province, Vietnam. Stratified sample technique …

Rapid expansion of unsustainable farming practices in upland areas of Southeast Asia
threatens food security and the environment. This study assessed alternative agroforestry …

Maize (Zea mays) cropping has greatly increased in Southeast Asia since the mid-1990s,
mainly by expanding its production into steep forested uplands. This led to severe erosion …

This article explores how the causes and impacts of a flood event as perceived by local
people shape immediate responses and future mitigation efforts in mountainous northwest …