Brazil embraces sustainable agribusiness
Brazil embraces sustainable agribusiness
Brazilian farmers are shaking things up, opting for a more sustainable approach to agribusiness.
A cotton field of Mano Júlio Farm in Ipiranga do Norte, Mato Grosso. — VNS Photo Ly Ly Cao |
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Việt Nam, where agriculture serves as the cornerstone of the economy, is also taking steps to boost sustainable growth in agribusiness. As per the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, organic farming in Việt Nam has surged from 53,350 hectares in 2016 to around 237,693 hectares in 2019. Forty-six out of 63 provinces and cities are advancing the organic production movement, involving 17,168 farmers. The sector comprises 97 organic enterprises, with 60 engaged in exports, generating approximately $335 million. However, challenges remain. Many small-scale cooperatives struggle to implement advanced, clean technologies and access credit support for green transitions due to limited capital and narrow operational scopes. Weak internal linkages within these cooperatives and limited collaborative efforts with other economic entities hinder the flexibility needed to transition to green agricultural cooperative models. |
