Input reduction in agroecological practices: a case study of local practices in horticultural production in northwest Cambodia

Microorganism-based inputs are vital in horticulture production as they are cost efficient and improve access to local markets. By incorporating knowledge of bio-input production and farm design, horticulture farmers could achieve external input reduction according to agroecological principles. External input reduction may be enhanced when farmers are informed about agroecological principles, thus knowledge sharing and extensions can be seen as the foundation of agroecology transition. This case study calls for participatory engagement and capacity building in agroecology for farmers.