Mekong Organics Ruong-Vuon
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Vision of Mekong Organics Ruộng (rice fields)- Vườn (Garden)
To be a leading international field education hub for climate-resilient agriculture and food systems, empowering smallholder farmers in the Mekong Delta and globally to build regenerative, biodiverse livelihoods amidst changing climates.
Mission of Mekong Organics Ruộng (rice fields)- Vườn (Garden)
To deliver inclusive, science-based training in climate-smart agricultural-aquaculture-wild aquatic animals-livestock practices rooted in local knowledge and regenerative organic principles.
To strengthen community-led innovation through farmer field schools, demonstration farms, and participatory research.
To build transnational partnerships among universities, researchers, and grassroots actors for scaling regenerative ecological solutions.
To elevate Mekong Delta farmers as climate champions by amplifying their voices, stories, and leadership in global forums.
Description of the system
The Vườn–Ao–Chuồng (VAC) system is a traditional and ecologically integrated farming model widely practised in the Mekong Delta and across Vietnam. It stands for:
- Vườn (Garden): Fruit trees, vegetables, herbs, and other crops.
- Ao (Pond): Aquaculture, typically fish or shrimp.
- Chuồng (Livestock pen): Pigs, chickens, goats, ducks, etc.
🌱 How it works together:
- Waste from livestock (Chuồng) is used as fertiliser for the garden (Vườn) and feed for fish (Ao).
- The pond provides nutrient-rich water and sediment to nourish crops.
- The garden produces feed for both livestock and fish, creating a closed-loop system.
This synergy boosts productivity, minimises waste, and supports food security and income diversification for smallholder farmers. It’s also a climate-resilient model that aligns beautifully with your goals for sustainable agriculture and biodiversity in the Mekong Delta.
The Vườn–Ao–Chuồng (VAC) system has evolved as a cornerstone of sustainable agriculture in the Mekong Delta, blending traditional wisdom with modern ecological resilience. Here’s a summary of its development:
🌱 Origins and Philosophy
- Rooted in Vietnamese rural traditions, the VAC system integrates a garden (Vườn), a pond (Ao), and a livestock pen (Chuồng) into a closed-loop farming model.
- It reflects a holistic approach to land use, where waste from one component becomes input for another, minimising external inputs and maximising resource efficiency.
📈 Evolution in the Mekong Delta
- Pre-1980s: Practised informally by smallholder farmers, especially in flood-prone areas where rice monoculture was risky.
- Post-Đổi Mới (1986): Economic reforms encouraged diversification; VAC gained traction as a low-cost, self-reliant model for achieving food security and generating income.
- 2000s–Present: VAC systems have been promoted through government programs, NGO initiatives, and academic research as part of climate adaptation strategies.
🌾 Integration with Climate-Resilient Agriculture
- VAC aligns with Resolution 120 and the Mekong Delta Integrated Regional Plan, which emphasise nature-based solutions and agroecological transformation.
- Farmers are increasingly combining VAC with rice–shrimp rotation, organic certification, and community-based cooperatives to boost resilience and market access2.
🔄 Current Trends and Innovations
- Emphasis on circular economy models: using livestock waste for biogas, pond sediment for fertilising orchards, and crop residues for animal feed.
- Integration with education hubs like Mekong Organics Ruộng Vườn, promoting farmer training, storytelling, and international collaboration.
- Challenges remain in scaling due to land tenure issues, market volatility, and institutional fragmentation, but VAC continues to be a symbol of regenerative farming in the region
Two compelling case studies showcasing the development and impact of the Vườn–Ao–Chuồng (VAC) system in Cà Mau and An Giang, tailored to your sustainability and training goals:
🐟🌾 Case Study 1: Circular VAC Model in Cà Mau (Khánh Thuận, U Minh District)
Overview:
- Implemented on 2 hectares with support from the Cà Mau Agricultural Extension Centre.
- Part of the province’s plan to promote circular agriculture under Decision 687/QĐ-TTg.
Key Features:
- Integrated multi-crop and multi-livestock system: fruit trees, vegetables, fish, pigs, chickens.
- Farmers received a 50% subsidy for seeds and materials, and full support for training and evaluation.
- Emphasis on land optimisation, waste recycling, and climate adaptation.
Outcomes:
- Improved income stability and food security.
- Enhanced soil fertility and reduced disease risks through better livestock hygiene.
- Recognised as a model for eco-tourism and organic farming in rural revitalisation efforts
🐐🍈 Case Study 2: Low-Emission VAC Model in An Giang (Vĩnh Phú, Thoại Sơn District)
Overview:
- A 2.5-hectare jackfruit farm integrated with goat rearing, piloted by local researchers.
- Designed as a zero-emission circular system using advanced ecological technologies.
Innovations:
- Bio-litter bedding, composting, biochar production, and ecological pond filtration.
- Wastewater is treated and reused for irrigation; goat manure is converted into high-quality compost.
- Reduced BOD5 by 75% and NH₄⁺ by over 80%, with 50% savings on fertiliser and fuel.
Impact:
- Estimated payback period of 3 years, with 20% internal rate of return.
- Scalable for household farms and adaptable to fruit–livestock combinations.
- Supports Resolution 120 and the Mekong Delta’s shift toward agroecological transformation
🌾 General Adoption Trends
- The VAC model has been widely practised for decades across Vietnam, especially in the rural areas of the Mekong Delta.
- It’s considered a cornerstone of smallholder farming, particularly in provinces like Cà Mau, An Giang, Đồng Tháp, and Bạc Liêu.
- Adoption is often informal and adaptive, with farmers integrating parts of the system (e.g., pond–garden or livestock–garden) based on factors such as land size, water access, and market conditions.
📊 Estimates and Indicators
- According to World Bank-supported programs, over 1 million farmers in the Mekong Delta have transitioned to climate-resilient and resource-efficient models since 2016, with many of these models incorporating VAC principles.
- Provincial agricultural extension centres have promoted VAC as part of circular agriculture initiatives, especially under Decision 687/QĐ-TTg and Resolution 120.
- In Cà Mau and An Giang, pilot projects have demonstrated successful adoption on farms of 2–2.5 hectares, yielding strong returns and ecological benefits.
🔍 Why It’s Hard to Pinpoint Numbers
- VAC is not always formally registered or tracked as a distinct system.
- Many farmers combine VAC with other models, such as rice–shrimp rotation or fruit–livestock integration.
- Data collection is fragmented across provinces and often embedded in broader agroecological or climate adaptation programs.
A Snapshot of VAC system adoption among smallholder farmers in Vietnam, including the Mekong Delta:
📊 Estimated Adoption Rates
- 85–90% of rural households maintain a garden and livestock pen (Vườn and Chuồng).
- Of these, 30–35% also have a fishpond (Ao).
- In many villages, 50–80% of families practice the complete VAC system—integrating all three components.
🌾 Mekong Delta Context
- While exact regional percentages aren’t consistently tracked, the Mekong Delta, being rich in water resources and smallholder diversity, is considered a core region for VAC adoption.
- Adoption varies by province and farm size, with informal integration (e.g., garden–livestock or pond–garden) being common even when the complete VAC model isn’t formally implemented.
Based on available research and household surveys, it’s estimated that:
- 85–90% of rural households in Vietnam maintain a garden and livestock pen (Vườn and Chuồng).
- Of these, around 30–35% also have a fishpond (Ao).
- In many Mekong Delta villages, between 50–80% of smallholder farmers practice the complete VAC system—integrating all three components.
These figures reflect the widespread informal adoption, especially in provinces such as Cà Mau, An Giang, Đồng Tháp, and Bạc Liêu, where water access and land suitability support integrated farming. However, exact percentages vary by location, farm size, and access to extension services.
The Vườn–Ao–Chuồng (VAC) system has made significant contributions to human nutrition, particularly among smallholder households in the Mekong Delta and throughout Vietnam. Here’s a summary of its nutritional impacts based on recent studies and field observations:
🥗 Key Nutritional Benefits
- Improved Dietary Diversity VAC households typically consume a wider range of foods—fruits, vegetables, fish, and animal proteins—thanks to integrated production systems2.
- Increased Access to Fresh Produce Homegrown fruits and vegetables from the Vườn component provide essential vitamins, minerals, and fibre, reducing reliance on market purchases.
- Enhanced Protein Intake The Ao (pond) and Chuồng (livestock pen) components contribute fish, shrimp, pork, poultry, and eggs, boosting animal-source protein availability.
- Year-Round Food Availability The system supports seasonal and perennial crops, ensuring consistent access to nutritious food throughout the year.
- Reduced Malnutrition Risks VAC adoption has been linked to lower rates of undernutrition in rural areas, especially among children and women.
📉 Limitations and Mixed Findings
- A 2020 study using Vietnam’s Household Living Standards Survey found that while individual VAC components (like aquaculture or fruit/vegetable production) correlated positively with dietary indicators, the full VAC system was only significantly associated with increased dietary fiber intake4.
- Socioeconomic factors—such as household wealth, education, and market access—play a stronger role in improving dietary quality than VAC adoption alone4.
🌾 Broader Impacts
- Food Sovereignty: VAC empowers households to produce their food, reducing dependence on external markets.
- Nutrition Education: VAC systems are often used in training programs to teach families about balanced diets and sustainable food production.
- Environmental Health: By recycling waste and minimising chemical inputs, VAC supports healthier ecosystems, which indirectly benefit human health.
A bilingual nutrition brief highlighting the impacts of the Vườn–Ao–Chuồng (VAC) system on human nutrition, perfect for your Ruộng Vườn workshops with Mekong Organics:
🥗 VAC and Human Nutrition | VAC và Dinh Dưỡng Con Người
🍊 Key Nutritional Benefits | Lợi Ích Chính Về Dinh Dưỡng
| VAC Component | English Benefits | Lợi ích tiếng Việt |
|---|---|---|
| Vườn (Garden) | Provides vitamins, fiber, and minerals from fruits and vegetables | Cung cấp vitamin, chất xơ và khoáng chất từ rau quả |
| Ao (Pond) | Fresh fish and shrimp enhance protein and omega-3 intake | Cá và tôm cung cấp đạm và omega-3 tự nhiên |
| Chuồng (Livestock Pen) | Pork, poultry, eggs offer high-quality animal protein | Heo, gà, trứng bổ sung nguồn đạm chất lượng cao |
| Ruộng (Rice Field) | Staples like rice ensure energy and nutrient density | Lúa gạo cung cấp năng lượng và dưỡng chất |
📈 Positive Outcomes | Tác Động Tích Cực
- Improved dietary diversity for rural families → Đa dạng hóa chế độ ăn uống cho hộ gia đình nông thôn
- Greater access to fresh, homegrown foods → Tăng khả năng tiếp cận thực phẩm tươi sống tự sản xuất
- Reduced malnutrition risks, especially in children → Giảm nguy cơ suy dinh dưỡng, đặc biệt ở trẻ em
- Seasonal resilience with year-round food availability → Đảm bảo thực phẩm quanh năm phù hợp theo mùa
🔍 Challenges & Considerations | Thách Thức & Cân Nhắc
- Dietary impact varies based on education, income, and market access → Chế độ ăn uống chịu ảnh hưởng bởi trình độ, thu nhập và khả năng tiếp cận thị trường
- Not all VAC systems include all components or meet optimal nutrient needs → Không phải hệ VAC nào cũng đầy đủ hoặc đáp ứng nhu cầu dinh dưỡng toàn diện
🌿 VAC as a Tool for Food Sovereignty | VAC như một công cụ tự chủ thực phẩm
“Grow your nutrition, harvest your health.” “Tự trồng thực phẩm – tự giữ sức khỏe.”
a tailored concept for the Mekong Organics Chef Program, designed to empower smallholder farmers practicing the Ruộng–Vườn–Ao–Chuồng model with skills and inspiration for healthy, locally rooted cooking. This program blends nutrition, biodiversity, cultural pride, and sustainable food systems—all in one delicious initiative. 🍲🌿
👩🍳 Mekong Organics Chef Program
“From Farm to Flame: Healthy, Local Cooking for Climate-Resilient Families”
🎯 Program Objectives
- 🌱 Promote nutritious, seasonal recipes based on VAC harvests (e.g. vegetables, fish, eggs, herbs).
- 🥬 Elevate traditional cooking methods with low-emission, health-conscious techniques (e.g. steaming, charcoal-free grilling, fermented prep).
- 🍽 Celebrate culinary heritage and agroecological storytelling tied to VAC farming.
- 👫 Build farmer networks to share recipes, host cooking workshops, and co-create food enterprises.
🧑🌾 Target Participants
- Smallholder farmers using the Ruộng–Vườn model
- Farmer cooperatives, women’s groups, and youth leaders
- Community educators, culinary ambassadors
📚 Curriculum Overview
| Module | Description | Example Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Farm-Fresh Nutrition | Understanding the dietary benefits of VAC produce | Nutrition mapping & seasonal diet planning |
| Traditional Meets Sustainable | Reviving and adapting indigenous cooking methods | Clay oven building, banana leaf steaming |
| Zero-Waste Cooking | Making the most of all harvest parts | Pumpkin leaf stir-fry, fish bone broth |
| Local Chef Challenges | Friendly cook-offs using only backyard ingredients | “Ruộng–Vườn MasterChef” community showcase |
| Recipe Documentation | Co-create a bilingual recipe book | Farmer storytelling + local food mapping |
🌍 Impact Pathways
- 📈 Improved household nutrition and food sovereignty
- 💚 Strengthened pride in local food heritage and climate resilience
- 🛒 Opportunities for farmer-led food enterprise and eco-tourism
- 🎓 Integration into schools and training centers via demo kitchens
An integrated framework that weaves together the Mekong Organics Ruộng–Vườn, Mekong Organics Chef, and the One Health program, forming a dynamic ecosystem that supports human health, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability—all from the heart of the Mekong Delta. 🌾🌿🍲🐓
🌍 Integrated Program Title
“Mekong Organics One Health Kitchen & Farm Network” A Climate-Resilient, Nutrition-Driven, Eco-Centred Living System for Smallholder Farmers
🧩 How the Programs Interconnect
| Component | Ruộng–Vườn (Farm System) | Organics Chef (Nutrition & Culinary Culture) | One Health (Eco-Health Integration) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Focus | Sustainable agriculture with the VAC model + rice | Healthy, local cooking with seasonal produce | Human, animal & ecosystem health as one |
| Activities | Organic production, biodiversity conservation, and waste recycling | Cooking workshops, nutrition education, recipe innovation | Biosecurity, water/soil monitoring, animal welfare |
| Outcomes | Climate resilience, food sovereignty, and agroecological diversity | Improved diets, food heritage pride, and culinary entrepreneurship | Disease prevention, healthy environments, and reduced antimicrobial resistance |
🍽️ Program Pillars
- 🌱 Climate-Smart Farming
- Expand VAC + rice field systems for circular agriculture
- Integrate agroforestry, native crops, and rice–shrimp rotation
- 🍳 One Health Kitchen Workshops
- Promote cooking with low-emission methods
- Connect farm produce to food-based nutritional guidelines
- Share stories of food origins, rituals, and intergenerational knowledge
- 🐾 Bio-integrated Livestock & Aquaculture
- Train farmers in safe animal husbandry and pond management
- Develop guidelines on zoonotic disease prevention and vet care
- Map health indicators linked to soil, water, and farm biodiversity
- 📚 Education & Storytelling Hub
- Create bilingual training modules and recipe books
- Document farmer voices and traditional ecological knowledge
- Integrate into schools, community kitchens, and demo farms
🔄 Impact Pathways
- 🌾 Sustainable livelihoods with strong market and nutrition outcomes
- 🐟 Safer food systems through agroecological health interventions
- 🧑🍳 Empowered farmer-chefs who become rural change-makers
- 🌿 Harmonised approach to nutrition, farming, and ecosystem care
- 📈 Evidence-based practices feeding into local and global food policies
The integrated visual connecting Mekong Organics Ruộng–Vườn, Chef Program, and the One Health framework🌿👩🍳🐟 This design brings together climate-smart farming, nutritious cooking, and ecosystem care—perfect for use in training sessions, funding pitches, or community storytelling.
🌿 Program Title for Donors
“Mekong Organics One Health Farm & Kitchen Network” Empowering smallholder families through climate-smart agriculture, healthy cooking, and eco-health innovation.
🎯 Program Rationale
The Mekong Delta faces rising climate risks, declining soil and water quality, and nutritional insecurity among rural communities. This integrated program builds on proven indigenous knowledge and agroecological systems to offer a holistic solution that aligns with global goals, including:
- SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)
- SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being)
- SDG 13 (Climate Action)
- SDG 15 (Life on Land)
🧩 Integrated Components
| Pillar | Description | Donor Value |
|---|---|---|
| Ruộng–Vườn Agroecology | VAC-based circular farming with rice integration | Builds climate-resilient livelihoods and biodiversity |
| Organics Chef Program | Nutrition education and low-emission cooking workshops | Improves household dietary outcomes and empowers women |
| One Health Module | Biosecurity, zoonotic disease prevention, and ecosystem health | Mitigates public health risks and strengthens cross-sector resilience |
🔍 Impact Highlights
- 📈 Expected reach: 5,000+ smallholder households over 3 years
- 🍲 Documented increases in dietary diversity and micronutrient intake
- 🐓 30% reduction in livestock-related disease via training and ecosystem monitoring
- 💡 Co-development of a community recipe book, farmer-led training curriculum, and demo farms
- 📚 Integration with local universities and vocational schools
🤝 Donor Engagement Opportunities
- 🎓 Sponsor community kitchen and field school rollouts
- 🧑🏫 Co-invest in bilingual education materials and mobile demo units
- 🌱 Fund research and monitoring tools to assess health-nutrition-agriculture linkages
- 🎥 Support multimedia storytelling to document farmer voices and program progress
💚 Why This Program Is Different
This initiative isn’t just about farming. It’s about transforming rural resilience by blending soil, food, and community into a regenerative tapestry. It is:
- Locally led by smallholders and community educators
- Culturally rooted in Vietnamese ecological practices
- Scalable and replicable across Southeast Asia
- Evidence-driven through participatory monitoring and evaluation
📊 Program Evaluation Pathway
Assessing outcomes across sustainable farming, nutrition, and ecosystem health
🧭 Evaluation Objectives
- Monitor adoption of the Ruộng–Vườn–Ao–Chuồng model across target households
- Track improvements in dietary diversity, food security, and culinary practices
- Evaluate biosecurity, environmental health, and zoonotic risk reduction
- Document community empowerment and stakeholder engagement outcomes
📐 Evaluation Framework
| Evaluation Dimension | Key Indicators | Sample Tools |
|---|---|---|
| Agroecological Practice | % of households using VAC components; land diversification; composting and waste reuse | Structured farm surveys, field logs |
| Nutrition & Culinary Impact | Dietary diversity score (DDS); frequency of meal prep with farm ingredients | 24-hour food recall, cooking workshop observations |
| One Health & Ecosystem Metrics | Animal health indicators: water/soil quality, presence of zoonotic risks | Vet records, water testing kits, and participatory environmental audits |
| Capacity Building & Engagement | Number of trained farmer-chefs; participation in education hubs | Attendance sheets, feedback forms, storytelling profiles |
| Social & Gender Outcomes | Women’s leadership, youth involvement, and household decision-making shifts | Focus group discussions, disaggregated household surveys |
🗓️ Evaluation Timeline
| Phase | Activity |
|---|---|
| Baseline (Month 1–3) | Household profiling, existing practices mapping, and nutritional benchmark |
| Midline (Month 12–15) | Mixed-method evaluation: qualitative case studies + survey updates |
| Endline (Month 36) | Comparative analysis, farmer-led impact storytelling, lessons learned |
🧪 Data Collection Methods
- 📝 Bilingual surveys (digital and paper-based)
- 👥 Focus groups and participatory storytelling
- 🐾 Farm diaries and seasonal nutrition logs
- 📸 Visual documentation and geotagged mapping
- 🧑🍳 Recipe and cooking demonstration tracking
📈 Expected Impact Pathways
- At least 60% of households show increased agroecological adoption
- Minimum 20% rise in DDS (Dietary Diversity Scores)
- Measurable reductions in livestock illness and zoonotic risks
- Enhanced community knowledge of One Health intersections
Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) Logframe and an Impact Dashboard Concept tailored for your Mekong Organics One Health Farm & Kitchen Network. This format aligns with international development standards and communicates your vision in a clear, compelling way for funders and partners.
📋 Logical Framework Matrix (Logframe)
| Goal | Promote climate-resilient food systems that improve human nutrition, animal health, and environmental sustainability among smallholder farmers in the Mekong Delta. |
|---|---|
| Purpose / Outcome | Strengthen integrated VAC-based farming, nutrition education, and One Health interventions to transform rural livelihoods. |
| Outputs | Indicators | Means of Verification | Assumptions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. VAC-based farming systems adopted | – % of target households practicing full VAC model<br>- Area under diversified cropping/livestock | – Farm surveys<br>- Seasonal mapping | Farmers have access to water, land, and training |
| 2. Nutrition knowledge and culinary skills improved | – Increase in Dietary Diversity Score (DDS)<br>- # of trained farmer-chefs | – Pre/post workshop forms<br>- Cooking logs and recipe records | Community members attend training consistently |
| 3. One Health practices implemented | – % reduction in livestock diseases<br>- Water/soil quality metrics improved | – Vet inspection records<br>- Environmental monitoring reports | Biosecurity protocols are feasible and context-appropriate |
| 4. Education and storytelling tools developed | – # of bilingual guides, recipe books, and visual materials created | – Material archive<br>- Usage tracking in schools/workshops | Cultural knowledge is accessible and accepted |
| Activities | Farmer workshops, cooking demos, field testing, participatory storytelling, visual and bilingual curriculum co-design |
📊 Donor-Focused Impact Dashboard: Snapshot Example
| Impact Dimension | Metric | Current Baseline | Target (Year 3) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agroecological Adoption | % households using VAC + rice integration | 40% | ≥70% |
| Nutrition Outcomes | Avg. household DDS (score out of 12) | 4.5 | ≥7.5 |
| Health & Biosecurity | % farms with active animal health protocols | 25% | ≥60% |
| Women’s Leadership | % women trained as chef educators | 10% | ≥40% |
| Educational Access | # of schools using the program curriculum | 3 | ≥15 |
🧾 Next Steps for Donor Readiness
Cash contribution
An AUD$10,000 donation from Dr Danial Giffillan through the Rotary Club of Hall for the Mekong Organics Chef Initiative.
In-kind contribution
Farmer Mr. Nguyen Van Day made an in-kind contribution by providing a 7,374.62-square-meter farm and training facility—including a house equipped to accommodate 15-20 overnight participants—for demonstration activities in Thien Nhon Hamlet, My Huong Commune, Can Tho City.
Mekong Organics team members’ working hours for co-designing the program.
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Resources:
https://www.quae-open.com/product/336/9782759240272/one-health-atlas
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