This short document presents the FORAE project in Viengkham District, Luang Prabang Province, focusing on the use of performance indicators to assess agroecological practices. It highlights a systemic approach that integrates environmental, economic, and social dimensions. Specific indicators include land use patterns, soil fertility, water resources, and biodiversity, with data collected through surveys, remote sensing, and field analyses. The document emphasizes multi-sectoral evaluation to ensure the sustainability of farming systems in the Lao uplands. It was presented at the ALiSEA workshop on November 29, 2016.