Vietnam

Main sectors: Forestry

Target groups: Small‑scale forest farmers, cooperatives, and cooperative unions.

Partner organisations:

Vietnam Cooperative Alliance (VCA)
Quang Ngai Cooperative Alliance (QNCA)
Nghe An Cooperative Alliance (NACA)
Phu Yen Cooperative Alliance (PYCA)
Center for Climate Change Study in Central Vietnam (CCCSC)

Donor: EU‑funded IFAD grant

Budget: 329,361 euros

Duration: 2022–2024

Project interventions and expected results:
The project aims to strengthen smallholder‑based forestry by improving economic returns while integrating climate and biodiversity considerations.

Key activities and results:

The project has supported QNCA and PYCA in obtaining FSC certification for over 1,400 hectares, promoting sustainable practices and economic benefits.
By strengthening smallholders’ position in the value chain, certification traceability is improved and farmers are better prepared to meet market requirements.
By improving tree nurseries, the project has created new employment opportunities—particularly for women—while increasing access to high‑quality planting material.
The solar panels installed in two of NACA’s cooperative nurseries have saved approximately 50–60 euros in monthly electricity costs.
Longer tree‑rotation periods increase the value of forests.
During the project, more native tree species have been planted in home gardens.
The project has supported beekeeping in forest areas.
Targeted training engages youth and women in forestry and climate work, promoting inclusive and sustainable development.