How to promote organic rice production in Cambodia

Organic rice presents Cambodia with an opportunity to link rural livelihoods, food safety, and environmental sustainability. However, adoption remains modest due to weak market incentives, payment delays, and the lack of a clear national policy. Strengthening cooperatives, improving market access, and stronger government support will be key to realizing its potential.

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Type of ALiSEA product Policy Brief
Title How to promote organic rice production in Cambodia
Description Organic rice presents Cambodia with an opportunity to link rural livelihoods, food safety, and environmental sustainability. However, adoption remains modest due to weak market incentives, payment delays, and the lack of a clear national policy. Strengthening cooperatives, improving market access, and stronger government support will be key to realizing its potential.
Agroecology Category
  • Economy and income
  • Sustainable food system
  • Equity
  • Supportive policies
Agroecology Keyword
  • Market access
  • Sustainable food system
Contributing organisations UNI4Coop ASSET
Author Chanmon Sean, Veata Mey, Albrecht Ehrensperger.
Year 2025
Type of document Policy guidance
Language English
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Country Cambodia
Administrative Level 1
Administrative Level 2
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