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Agroecology Keyword: Enabling policy - kh

Challenges for the Institutionalization of Agroecology in the Lao PDR

-Agroecology has gained greater political recognition through the Lao facilitated Initiative on Agroecology for ASEAN (LICA)
-The policy framework supporting agroecological transition has been strengthened in recent years but public policies still lack concrete instruments to encourage agroecological transition.
-At local level, concrete actions supporting agroecology transition have been successfully implemented but are highly dependent on projects. Their lifespan may be limited if international support is withdrawn.
-Policies supporting agroecology transition are still based on a narrowing representation of agroecology, focusing more on changing agricultural practices than on a profound transformation of the food system.
-The broad dimension of agroecology (including social, gender, youth… dimensions) is not well institutionalized
-Various policies still support unsustainable cash-crops development

Improving Food Safety in Traditional Markets: a Risk-based Approach for Local Authorities

Poor food safety hinders economic development and widens health inequalities. Traditional markets in Vietnam drive 40% of food‑borne illness. Without swift and coordinated action, health costs will continue to rise. A risk-based approach allows local authorities to act where risk is highest and therefore where action is most urgently needed. Success of a risk-based approach depends on vendors willingly adopting safer practices. This requires a supportive environment that removes fear and practical obstacles and positive incentives that make sustained good behavior rewarding.