This data set presents resources on Participatory rice varieties evaluation:
- the technical leaflet presents step by step how to evaluate rice varieties together with farmers bridging scientific knowledge with traditional farming wisdom.
- the video video follows a participatory rice variety evaluation conducted in Preah Vihear province as part of an agroecology-based farming initiative. Together with farmers, researchers, and local stakeholders, the ASSET project tested 33 rice varieties to find those most suitable for rainfed and irrigated organic systems. Discover how farmers assessed yield, taste, pest resistance, and climate resilience through an inclusive six-step method. Learn which varieties stood out—and how this approach empowers farmers to lead in sustainable seed selection.
