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The ALISEA Knowledge Hub is a digital platform for agroecology and food systems transition in Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Myanmar. Explore our technical resources in English and national languages and regional expertise to support agroecology transition, food systems transformation and sustainable agriculture.
This dataset showcases “The ‘Do All’ Biochar Wood Vinegar Kiln”, a practical and efficient design that allows small-scale farmers to produce both biochar and wood vinegar from agricultural waste. Developed at the ECHO Asia Farm in Chiang Mai, Thailand, the kiln supports sustainable farming practices. This initiative is part of the ALiSEA Small Grant Facility 2023, which aims to strengthen biochar producer networks across the region.
This practice brief highlights how the Youth Agroecology Caravan (YAC) strengthens youth engagement in agroecology through field visits, peer learning, and knowledge exchange. The initiative helps young farmers, students, and agricultural practitioners develop practical skills, expand professional networks, and apply agroecological innovations in their communities. It demonstrates the important role of experiential learning in promoting sustainable agriculture among young people.
This technical leaflet presents a simple method for producing natural pest repellent using locally available materials such as chili, galanga, turmeric, EM and plant leaves. The practice helps reduce chemical pesticide use, lowers production costs, and promotes sustainable agroecological farming.
This dataset includes two short videos produced under the Youth Agroecology Caravan (YAC) programme in Cambodia, a field-based learning initiative that supports young farmers to explore agroecological practices through farm visits and peer exchange. The videos relate to key topics addressed during the training, including reducing the use of chemical inputs, making use of farm resources, and diversifying production systems to support more sustainable farming and livelihoods.
This 21-page official booklet was developed by the ASPIRE program to support sustainable farming practices. It serves as a practical, easy-to-read guide for farmers on broadcast rice cultivation techniques designed to withstand climate change impacts, such as unpredictable rainfall and temperature fluctuations. It focuses on water management, resilient seed selection, and optimized planting methods to protect and stabilize rice yields.
This document serves as a technical guideline for the sustainable collection and management of wild honey in Cambodia, deeply rooted in indigenous community traditions. It highlights environmental threats like forest decline and details the biological lifecycle of honeybees (Apis dorsata). Furthermore, it provides structured methods for sustainable harvesting—recommending an 80% harvest limit to preserve wild colonies—and outlines strict hygiene controls during multi-stage filtration, quality inspection, and packaging processes to eliminate contamination, build consumer trust, and stabilize local community honey markets.
This report examines organizational innovations designed to tackle Cambodia’s local food deficits and high vegetable import dependency, particularly in Siem Reap. It highlights the Apici project, which empowers smallholders by transitioning them to sustainable agroecological practices. By structuring local farmer groups and establishing the Ecofarm agricultural cooperative, the initiative ensures a reliable supply of safe, quality produce. Additionally, the implementation of a low-cost Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) builds consumer trust and allows small farmers to secure higher market prices, ultimately improving local food security and rural livelihoods.
A regenerative home garden is a low-cost, integrated food production system designed to improve topsoil quality, secure year-round family nutrition, and generate secondary income. The structured layout features designated zones, including specialized vegetable beds, a seedling nursery, and a compost shelter. By incorporating ecological practices like intercropping, crop rotation, and live pest-deterring boundaries, the garden naturally maximizes space and overall health. For optimal efficiency, a micro-irrigation network is paired with a rainwater harvesting system. Finally, protective fencing excludes destructive livestock, ensuring a resilient, self-sustaining ecosystem that sustains family health.
