Bounchanh Mekaloun
Bounchanh Mekaloun, Deputy Head of the Forest Research Center at the National Agriculture and Forestry Research Institute (NAFRI), says that forests are far more than landscapes: they are living sources of food, health, and opportunity. After graduating from the Faculty of Forestry in Vietnam, he returned to Laos equipped not only with academic knowledge but […]
Keooudone Souvannakhoummane
Keooudone Souvannakhoummane is a PhD student, lecturer, and plant taxonomist at the National University of Laos (NUoL). He is also a member of the advisory board of the PhaKhaoLao platform. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in biology from NUoL and worked at the Pha Tad Ke Botanical Garden from 2010 to 2015. Between 2015 and […]
Chanthavone Phomphakdy
Chanthavone Phomphakdy is a PhD researcher at the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE), University of Bern, where he pursues a doctorate in Geography and sustainable development. Through his work with the Land for Life in Laos (LFL) project, he supports sustainable land governance by producing scientific evidence that can strengthen real-world decision-making. At the […]
Association to Support the Development of Peasant Societies (ASDSP)
The Association to Support the Development of Peasant Societies (ASDSP) was founded in 1988 with the mission of promoting smart and sustainable agricultural practices among rural farmers. Its focus is on encouraging local innovation, improving productivity, and supporting bio-composting using locally available resources. After a period of suspension due to limited market access, ASDSP was […]
Lao Sesame Oil
Lao Sesame Oil is produced from locally grown sesame seeds using a cold-pressing method and contains no chemical preservatives or added colors. Viengsavath Vilaythong, who is passionate about health, has observed a growing trend among Lao consumers toward healthier food choices. However, options for nutritious products, particularly oils, are limited. While olive oil is widely […]
Panyanivej farm
Panyanivej farm, located in Ban Samkhet, Sikhottabong , Vientiane, Laos, began its activities in 2008 and was officially registered as an agriculture company in 2016. The farm focuses on organic cultivation, retail and wholesale sales, with an emphasis on kitchen garden vegetables, rice, and oyster mushrooms. The farm also offers learning programs on agriculture and […]
Dr. Somphouthone Phimmachak
A researcher on the diversity and conservation of in Laos, Dr Somphouthone was already interested in farming as a child. This led her to study agriculture at the National University of Laos (NUoL), but she soon found out that she was more attracted by animals than plants. Thus, she graduated in 2002 with a specialization […]
Prof. Soulivanh Lanorsavanh
Associate Professor Soulivanh Lanorsavanh is a lecturer and the Deputy Head of the Department of Biology at the Faculty of Natural Sciences, National University of Laos (NUoL). He has dedicated his academic career to the study of plant morphology and the vascular flora of Lao PDR. His work is driven by a deep passion for […]
Dr. Khamla Inkhavilay
Dr. Khamla Inkhavilay is the Deputy Director of the Office of Scientific Research and Academic Services and the Director of the Center of Excellence in Biodiversity at the National University of Laos (NoUL). The Center of Excellence conducts research, teaching, and training on Biodiversity and Conservation. The Research and Academic Service Office also plays an […]
I Love Agriculture
Ms. Vilaiphone Somsanit has begun producing bio-fertilizer for local farmers, offering an alternative for those interested in creating healthier agricultural options. This initiative allows individuals to enjoy delicious food while ensuring it is safe for consumption. To support this mission, she established I Love Agriculture, a company dedicated to producing bio-fertilizer for sustainable farming. Production, […]
