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Upland rice, household food security & commercialization: Vietnam (pdf 2.7mb)

This research paper by the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) is based on a microeconomic study of rice farmers in the uplands of northern Vietnam. It outlines the role of upland rice growing in farmers' livelihood systems in this region.

The paper aims to assist in both guiding rice research for productivity enhancement and formulating policy interventions for encouraging an inclusive and pro-poor growth process.

Topics covered in the paper include:
- Characteristics of upland systems and recent development trends
- Conceptual and analytical approaches to the study
- Analysis of farm survey data
- Econometric analysis
- Analysis of cropping choices
- Long-term implications for food security and poverty in uplands
- Conclusions on a research and policy agenda for upland development

 

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