Meet Pham Van Tro, a dedicated rice farmer from Dong Thap, Vietnam, who has embraced sustainable farming through the SRP Standard. By adopting climate-smart practices, Tro has reduced his use of seeds and pesticides, lowered costs, and protected both his land and health. As part of our "Perspectives from the Fields" series, submitted by Rikolto, Pham Van Tro’s story highlights the powerful impact of sustainable rice production. Learn how he is helping to build a more resilient rice sector and inspiring others to join the movement toward sustainable agriculture. 🌾🌱 Read Pham Van Tro's full story here: https://lnkd.in/gH3QggZN. #SustainableRice #VietnamAgriculture #FarmersVoices #SRP #Rikolto #SRPFarmers #PerspectivesFromTheFields #ClimateSmartFarming #SRPStandard #GreenFuture #SustainableAgriculture
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