Vietnam, the world’s third-largest rice exporter, is pioneering sustainable farming techniques that reduce environmental impact while increasing yields! The System of Rice Intensification (SRI) is changing how this staple crop is grown.
Innovative farmers in the Mekong Delta are reducing water usage by up to 30% and cutting methane emissions through intermittent irrigation. Many have also decreased chemical fertilizer use by 50% while maintaining or improving harvests!
These climate-smart practices not only protect water resources and biodiversity but also help rice paddies sequester more carbon, turning these ancient agricultural landscapes into part of the climate solution.
Have you ever visited Vietnam’s iconic rice terraces? What sustainable farming practices do you incorporate in your own garden?
