The document presents how the agriculture and forestry sector supports Laos’ 8th National Socio-Economic Development Plan (2016–2020). It highlights national goals of inclusive growth, poverty reduction, sustainable resource management and stronger human capacity. The strategy to 2025 and vision to 2030 aim to ensure food security through clean, modern agriculture while boosting economic contribution. The five-year plan focuses on food security, commercial agriculture and forestry, with targets for rice, livestock, cash crops and increased forest cover, alongside action plans for rural development, land management and resilience.
