Videos

This video series showcases two sustainable models in the coffee value chain in Son La, developed by the Northwest Agriculture and Forestry Research & Development Center (NOMAFSI) with support from ALiSEA. The models include a microbial wastewater treatment system that reduces pollution, saves costs, and enables water reuse for agriculture, and a coffee husk composting model that turns by-products into organic fertilizer to improve soil health and reduce input expenses. Together, they promote a greener, cleaner, and more sustainable coffee sector in Son La.

This video highlights the high potential of sticklac as an alternative commodity for rural areas, featuring Trongpang Village, Xay District, Oudomxay Province, Lao PDR. It explains what sticklac is, what products can be made from it, and describes the cultivation methods.

This video showcases the shade-grown coffee production process on a farm in a Lao village in Kham District, Xiengkhouang Province, Lao PDR. It explains how this method supports biodiversity and why it can be considered an agroecological practice.

This video presents why and how to plant peanuts after rice harvesting, using a farm localized in Nadou Village, Kham District, Xiengkhouang Province, Lao PDR as an example. Peanuts improve soil fertility and are low-cost to produce. Planting them immediately after the rice harvest is efficient because the soil still retains moisture, rice straw helps keep the soil moist while also acting as fertilizer.

This documentary showcases the transformation of Ninh Thai Safe Vegetables Cooperative (Ham Yen district, Tuyen Quang) from small-scale farming to a successful inclusive business model. 18 cooperative members adopted regenerative agriculture techniques, expanded from 10 to over 20 stable buyers, achieved 35 tons/hectare yield, reduced production costs by 15%, and improved farmer incomes.

Integrated tea production refers to combining tea cultivation with other crops or livestock to maximize land use and improve sustainability. For example, planting pigeon peas between tea plants enhances soil fertility and provides additional income. In villages like Yortpieng (Paek District, Xiengkhouang Province, Lao PDR) and Houay Or (Mueng District, Bokeo Province, Lao PDR), this practice has proven successful, where tea grows alongside other crops or livestock, promoting both economic and environmental benefits.

The video presents an organic integrated farm ‘Souan Ai Aoun Farm’ located in the Natha Village, Chomphet District, Luang Prabang Province, Lao PDR. The farm combines various crops with livestock, showcasing how integrated agriculture can be applied effectively. In addition to traditional farming, the farm also incorporates tourism activities, allowing visitors to learn about sustainable farming techniques firsthand. This blend of agriculture and tourism not only supports local livelihoods but also promotes eco-friendly farming practices. CLICK produced this video as both a model of sustainable agriculture and an inspiring story for young people interested in agricultural production.

Soil degradation, often caused by poor agricultural practices, can lead to a decline in crop yields. Traditionally, when yields dropped, farmers would leave fields fallow for at least three years to restore fertility. However, with less viable land available, fallow periods have shortened, making it harder to maintain yields and ensure sustainable profits. In Nonglae Village (Nonghet District, Xiengkhouang Province, Lao PDR), local farmers apply indigenous knowledge to overcome this challenge. One example is regenerating soil fertility with cattle through block rotation techniques. This approach can help restore the land while sustaining agricultural productivity over the long term.

This video presents the fish holes technique, a technique that enhances biodiversity and supports food security for smallholder farmers in Doneseur Village, Sanamxay District, Attapeu Province. Fish holes are an ancient indigenous practice—natural habitats where fish and other aquatic species live, breed, and thrive. They act as natural fertilizers for rice fields and provide an additional source of income. With around 10,000 fish holes in Attapeu Province, many of them are part of a generational heritage. Added to that, the video also details how fish are collected from the holes.

Join us as we explore innovative eco-weed management practices in organic vegetable production, showcasing the impactful project implemented by CARES and funded by ALiSEA and ASSET. Learn how Vietnamese farmers, like Ms. Vu Thi Nhan and Ms. Le Thi Lan, are transforming their farming methods to combat weed growth without harmful chemicals. Through a four-step approach—including minimum tillage, soil mulching, and healthy seedling transplantation—these farmers are enhancing soil health, reducing labor costs, and increasing crop productivity sustainably. Discover how this project not only improves agricultural practices but also promotes environmental protection and biodiversity in farming.