Vietnam's Rural Areas Boost Farmer Incomes Through Cooperative Production Linkages

As Vietnam's agricultural sector undergoes restructuring with a focus on increasing value and sustainable development, the role of cooperatives and economic cooperation is increasingly asserting its importance in rural areas. In Vĩnh Thuận Đông xã, Cần Thơ City, production linkages through cooperatives are not only helping farmers change their farming methods but also contributing to increased incomes and stable livelihoods. From fragmented, small-scale production, participation in cooperatives is gradually helping farmers in Vĩnh Thuận Đông xã transition to linked, planned production, and become more proactive in consuming their products. Source: Nhan Dan