A snapshot of Vietnam's rice production systems in irrigated areas: The Mekong River Delta experience

This paper gives a profile of the rice production system in Can Tho province, which is within the Mekong River Delta in Vietnam. It discusses the current rice production system in irrigated areas with increased cropping intensity and higher adoption of minimum tillage. Specifically, the paper describes production and marketing practices, cost and profitability, government policies, and changes in the farming landscape.