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ArticleJournal articleAn Assessment of the Economic Impacts of the 2019 African Swine Fever Outbreaks in Vietnam 2021
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No results found.The 2019 African swine fever (ASF) outbreaks in Vietnam imposed considerable impacts on the pig sector in Vietnam, resulting in the death or culling of nearly six million pigs, or more than 20% of the country’s pig population. In order to assess the magnitude of the outbreak at sector level (both on farm and at value chain level), on livelihoods, and on the broader national economy, a comprehensive impact assessment was conducted using a mixed-methods approach that integrated a value chain assessment with the use of quantitative modeling tools at sector and national levels. The results showed that the outbreak caused severe direct and indirect economic losses among farmers, particularly medium- and large-farmers whose livelihoods are largely derived from pig production. At sector level, the outbreaks posed adverse impacts on the domestic supply and demand for pork, especially in the traditional sector. Meanwhile, the modern sector with higher levels of biosecurity and high technology growth was less likely to be affected and even benefited from the outbreak, which was evidenced by increased supply and income throughout the simulation period in this sector. At national level, different model simulation scenarios showed a sharp reduction in total gross domestic product (GDP) and a substantial loss of jobs. Improvements in the system of ASF compensation scheme are needed, both in terms of its administration, but also in its targeting, with greater emphasis needed on developing improved risk-sharing and funding mechanisms across national and local levels. -
ProjectFactsheetPolicy-Based Support to Agriculture Production in Line with New Rural Development, Sustainable Poverty Reduction and Zero Hunger Initiative of Vietnam - TCP/VIE/3604 2020
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No results found.In recognition of the importance of multidimensional food and nutrition security and poverty reduction, the Government of Viet Nam has approved two National Target Programmes ( focusing on New Rural Development ( and Sustainable Poverty Reduction ( with a total budget of around USD 11 billion The ultimate goal of these programmes is to improve the living standards of poor and rural communities The NTP NRD focuses on rural development in almost 9 000 communes throughout the country, in line with the Agriculture Restructuring Plan at all levels, while SPR targets areas in which to reduce poverty One of the most important tasks faced by the Government of Viet Nam is to produce a harmonized policy system among the two NTPs, with a view to mass and market oriented agricultural production The present Technical Cooperation Programme ( project was implemented with the aim of facilitating this process Its expected outcomes were as follows i increase the income of the rural poor through a harmonized policy design in support of the two NTPs in line with the Agriculture Restructuring Plan at all levels and ( stronger linkages among farmers and between farmers and enterprises in a consistent production system with recognized standards. -
DocumentOther document52 Profiles on Agroecology: Agroecology program in Xuan An and Ngoc Son, Vietnam 2017
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No results found.Located about 70 km north east from Hanoi, Vietnam, the villages of Xuan An and Ngoc Son (Bac Giang province) include 285 households. Rice is the main staple crop and its production extends for 98 ha, about 0.7 ha per household. Vegetables, mainly brassica species, tomatoes, herbs and potatoes are also produced on about 14 ha while fruit trees are grown in the house gardens. Local rice and vegetable production strongly relies on synthetic inputs specifically Nitrogen fertilizers and pesticides w hich increase production costs and raise concerns on the impact of farming on the environment and human health. Small scale livestock production systems are also part of the local agriculture and involve more than half of the families which raise pigs, chickens and ducks in the backyard.
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Book (series)FlagshipThe State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World 2021
Transforming food systems for food security, improved nutrition and affordable healthy diets for all
2021In recent years, several major drivers have put the world off track to ending world hunger and malnutrition in all its forms by 2030. The challenges have grown with the COVID-19 pandemic and related containment measures. This report presents the first global assessment of food insecurity and malnutrition for 2020 and offers some indication of what hunger might look like by 2030 in a scenario further complicated by the enduring effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It also includes new estimates of the cost and affordability of healthy diets, which provide an important link between the food security and nutrition indicators and the analysis of their trends. Altogether, the report highlights the need for a deeper reflection on how to better address the global food security and nutrition situation.To understand how hunger and malnutrition have reached these critical levels, this report draws on the analyses of the past four editions, which have produced a vast, evidence-based body of knowledge of the major drivers behind the recent changes in food security and nutrition. These drivers, which are increasing in frequency and intensity, include conflicts, climate variability and extremes, and economic slowdowns and downturns – all exacerbated by the underlying causes of poverty and very high and persistent levels of inequality. In addition, millions of people around the world suffer from food insecurity and different forms of malnutrition because they cannot afford the cost of healthy diets. From a synthesized understanding of this knowledge, updates and additional analyses are generated to create a holistic view of the combined effects of these drivers, both on each other and on food systems, and how they negatively affect food security and nutrition around the world.In turn, the evidence informs an in-depth look at how to move from silo solutions to integrated food systems solutions. In this regard, the report proposes transformative pathways that specifically address the challenges posed by the major drivers, also highlighting the types of policy and investment portfolios required to transform food systems for food security, improved nutrition, and affordable healthy diets for all. The report observes that, while the pandemic has caused major setbacks, there is much to be learned from the vulnerabilities and inequalities it has laid bare. If taken to heart, these new insights and wisdom can help get the world back on track towards the goal of ending hunger, food insecurity, and malnutrition in all its forms. -
Brochure, flyer, fact-sheetBrochureViet Nam: One Commune One Product programme reduces the urban–rural divide
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No results found.Rural poverty is three times higher than urban areas in Vietnam. Inadequate human capacity , market linkage, and enterprise development is lagging. Under National Target Program (NTP), One Commune One Product(OCOP) Programme aims to promote rural economy through capacity development of OCOP producers, improve the quality of product, and marketing and promotion. -
Book (series)YearbookWorld Food and Agriculture – Statistical Yearbook 2021 2021
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No results found.This publication offers a synthesis of the major factors at play in the global food and agricultural landscape. Statistics are presented in four thematic chapters, covering the economic importance of agricultural activities, inputs, outputs and factors of production, their implications for food security and nutrition and their impacts on the environment. The Yearbook is meant to constitute a primary tool for policy makers, researchers and analysts, as well as the general public interested in the past, present and future path of food and agriculture.