Social Dimensions of agroecology in Laos

Agroecology is often seen as set of techniques or practices, but to understand why these practices are relevant and how they may be applied requires an understanding of the underlying social context in which farming takes place.In particular, we need to appreciate the political and economic conditions that have given rise to the unsustainable farming practices that agroecology aims to replace.This presentation talking about Social Dimensions of agroecology in Laos. At 1st National Multi-Stakeholder Workshop on Agroecological Transition in the Mekong Region,  Vientiane, 2-3 June 2016

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Title Social Dimensions of agroecology in Laos
Description Agroecology is often seen as set of techniques or practices, but to understand why these practices are relevant and how they may be applied requires an understanding of the underlying social context in which farming takes place.In particular, we need to appreciate the political and economic conditions that have given rise to the unsustainable farming practices that agroecology aims to replace.This presentation talking about Social Dimensions of agroecology in Laos. At 1st National Multi-Stakeholder Workshop on Agroecological Transition in the Mekong Region,  Vientiane, 2-3 June 2016
Agroecology Category
  • Integrated systems
  • Soil health
  • Nutrition and diets
  • Biodiversity
Agroecology Keyword
  • Agroecological transition
  • Conservation agriculture
  • Biomass
  • Nutrient
  • Biodiversity
Contributing organisations LURAS
Author Andrew Bartlett
Year 2016
Type of document Presentation
Language English
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Country Lao PDR
Administrative Level 1
Administrative Level 2
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