The Indian Ambassador to Laos, Mr Prashant Agrawal, officials and residents of Xieng Khuang province kick off construction of a drinking water facility in Phousan village, which will benefit 185 rural families. The initiative is funded by the Mekong-Ganga Cooperation, which provides grant assistance through the Indian government. --Photo Vientiane Mai |
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Agricultural experts from Laos, Cambodia and Australia meet at the Cambodian Agricultural Research and Development Institute to review the progress of an ACIAR and University of Queensland programme on weed management in rice production systems in Laos and Cambodia. Experts shared methods of weed control, visited multiple demonstration sites and met with farmers involved in the project. Effective weed management reduces labour and herbicide use and helps increase the yields and quality of rice, creating opportunities for entry into high-value markets. In November 2025, the project will organise an exchange visit for the Cambodian research team to Laos, to be hosted by Laos’ National Agriculture and Forestry Research Institute. --Australia in Laos |
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Officials from the Vientiane Administration Office visit an agricultural development project in Natan village, Xaythany district. The aim of the project is to grow crops organically and ensure preservation of the local ecology, as well as earning more income for villagers. --Photo Pathetlao |
