Organic Vegetable Growing Techniques

The leaflet provides practical guidance on organic vegetable cultivation in Pek District, Xiangkhouang Province, Laos. It describes the local subtropical highland climate and outlines methods for improving soil fertility and structure through compost and plant residues, managing pests with sun exposure, and ensuring proper drainage and moisture. It explains two bed preparation techniques, seasonal land improvements, mulching for weed suppression and moisture retention, and watering schedules adapted to seasonal conditions. The guide also covers organic fertilization, crop rotation to reduce pests and diseases, sowing and transplanting methods, integrated cropping for sustainability, and best practices for harvesting to maintain vegetable freshness.

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Type of ALiSEA product Agroecology Insights
Title Organic Vegetable Growing Techniques
Description The leaflet provides practical guidance on organic vegetable cultivation in Pek District, Xiangkhouang Province, Laos. It describes the local subtropical highland climate and outlines methods for improving soil fertility and structure through compost and plant residues, managing pests with sun exposure, and ensuring proper drainage and moisture. It explains two bed preparation techniques, seasonal land improvements, mulching for weed suppression and moisture retention, and watering schedules adapted to seasonal conditions. The guide also covers organic fertilization, crop rotation to reduce pests and diseases, sowing and transplanting methods, integrated cropping for sustainability, and best practices for harvesting to maintain vegetable freshness.
Agroecology Category
  • Integrated systems
  • Input reduction and recycling
  • Seed management
Agroecology Keyword
  • Compost
  • Crop protection
Contributing organisations PDDA, GRET, CIRAD, ALiSEA
Author Xorthor XAOCHA and Sodsada Oudoumsoul
Year 2025
Type of document Success stories & cases
Language English
Country Lao PDR
Administrative Level 1 Xiengkhouang
Administrative Level 2 Pek
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