Agroecology and Rice Production in Myanmar

The document reviews rice production in Myanmar and highlights the shift toward agroecological practices. While rice is a key crop for the economy and food security, past reliance on chemical inputs and monoculture has led to environmental challenges. Recent efforts promote sustainable methods like SRI, IPM, and AWD to improve yields and reduce climate impact. Key constraints include land issues, low incomes, high input costs, and climate risks. The national rice strategy encourages a more resilient, eco-friendly approach to boost productivity and farmer livelihoods.

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Title Agroecology and Rice Production in Myanmar
Description The document reviews rice production in Myanmar and highlights the shift toward agroecological practices. While rice is a key crop for the economy and food security, past reliance on chemical inputs and monoculture has led to environmental challenges. Recent efforts promote sustainable methods like SRI, IPM, and AWD to improve yields and reduce climate impact. Key constraints include land issues, low incomes, high input costs, and climate risks. The national rice strategy encourages a more resilient, eco-friendly approach to boost productivity and farmer livelihoods.
Agroecology Category
  • Integrated systems
  • Input reduction and recycling
  • Soil health
  • Economy and income
  • Nutrition and diets
  • Sustainable food system
  • Climate
  • Water management
Agroecology Keyword
  • System of rice intensification
  • Integrated pest management
  • Soil fertility
  • Market access
  • Nutrient
  • Yield increase
  • Food security
  • Adaptation to climate change
  • Climate change
  • Drought
  • Water management
  • Water saving
Contributing organisations YAU
Author THAN DA MIN
Year 2017
Type of document Presentation
Language English
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Country Myanmar
Administrative Level 1
Administrative Level 2
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