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PROJECT “NETWORK FOR AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT
THINK-TAKS FOR COUNTRIES IN MEKONG-SUB REGION” (NARDT)

actors in value chain, climate change impacts, other issues) of the countries is uneven
and inconsistent among the countries. As a result, some parts in the regional study
report will not be synchronous when compare between the countries.

2. Objectives

Overall objectives: This study aims to provide an overall picture of the regional
rice sector, sustainable and better market access for the sector through evidence-
based policy recommendations; and facilitate sharing experiences and strengthening
cooperation among countries.

Specific objectives:

- Review the rice value chain of each country, focusing on rice production
affected by climate change, assess the role and position of small holders in the
value chain.
- Review and assess the needs and potential of domestic and export rice markets
of countries, especially the potential to participate in high-value markets.

- Review and evaluate rice trade policies of countries.
- Compare production, processing, market, and policy related to rice sector
between countries, show similarities and differences in market access in each
country.
- Exchange of market development experience among countries.

- Propose policies and sustainable rice market approaches, especially high-value
markets suitable for each country based on these similarities and differences.

3. Methodology

- Literature review and secondary data collection (implemented in each
country): Collect reports and data on the rice sector relating to rice production,
processing, trade, markets, policies, impacts of climate change.
- Field surveys of typical regional rice value chains in each country, including
interviews with households, local authorities, traders, and businesses.

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