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Technical Support on Soil Improvement and Sustainable Water Harvesting in Savannakhet Province - TCP/LAO/3804​

Year of publication 2025

Place of publication Rome, Italy ;

Pages 7

Publisher FAO ;

Product type Project

Synopsis (short abstract) The Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR) is a land-locked country in Southeast Asia, bordered by China, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia, and Vietnam. Despite its small size, with a population of 6.5 million as of 2015, Lao PDR is predominantly rural, with agriculture playing a significant role in its economy. Although the agricultural sector's contribution to GDP has declined over recent years, it remains a major source of employment, with 72 percent of the population engaged in agricultural activities as of 2015. However, the country is highly vulnerable to natural disasters, particularly floods and droughts, which severely impact its predominantly smallholder-based agriculture. The Savannakhet Province in southern Lao PDR, known for its rich natural resources and agricultural potential, faces significant challenges, including low soil fertility, water supply issues, and the increasing intensity of climate-related events. Given these challenges, the Lao government has sought assistance from the FAO to enhance the resilience and productivity of agriculture in Savannakhet Province. The project aims to strengthen farmers' capacity in sustainable soil and water management, improve productivity, and increase resilience to droughts. Key strategies include assessing and improving water availability, soil fertility, and crop management practices, as well as testing and demonstrating solutions to boost rainfed lowland agriculture.

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