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The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Laos (ກະຊວງ ກະສິກຳ ແລະ ປ່າໄມ້ in Lao language) is a ministry of the government of the Lao People's Democratic Republic (Lao PDR). Its acronym is LMAF. The minister of Agriculture and Forestry is H.E. Sitaheng Rasphone.[1] The ministry plays a role in shaping the Laos agricultural policies, managing its natural resources, and supporting rural development to enhance food security and reduce poverty. LMAF's initiatives are vital in promoting sustainable environmental practices and economic growth, reflecting its commitment to national and international goals for sustainable development.
| Ministerio de Agricultura, Pesca y Alimentación | |
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.jpg) Palacio de Fomento, Ministry headquarters | |
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| Formed | 31 March 1900 (as Ministry of Agriculture, Industry and Commerce and Public Works) |
| Preceding | |
| Type | Ministry |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Spain |
| Headquarters | Palacio de Fomento Madrid, Spain 40°24′32″N 03°41′25″W / 40.40889°N 3.69028°W |
| Employees | 8,071 (2018)[2] |
| Annual budget | € 8.9 billion, 2023[3] |
| Minister responsible |
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| Child agency | |
| Website | www |
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History
The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Laos (MAF) has played a crucial role in the agricultural and forestry sectors since the establishment of the Lao People's Democratic Republic. Post-1975 revolution, MAF initially focused on intensifying agricultural production using chemical inputs and mechanization to meet ambitious production targets. However, these strategies faced challenges due to Laos's bio-geophysical conditions and the competitive agricultural landscape in Southeast Asia.[4]
In response to these challenges, MAF shifted its focus towards sustainable agricultural practices. This strategic pivot was supported by research from the Stockholm Environment Institute and collaborations with international bodies like the FAO, culminating in the adoption of a Green Sustainable Agriculture (GSA) framework. This framework aims to enhance productivity, resilience, and sustainability in the agricultural sector, aligning with national and provincial policy development.[4][5]
Departments
The ministry of Agriculture and Forestry is divided into several departments.
- Permanent Secretary Office (PSO)
- Department of Livestock and Fisheries (DOLF)
- Department of Agriculture (DOA)
- Department of Forestry (DOF)
- Department of Inspection (DOIN)
- Department of Irrigation (DOI)
- Department of Organization and Personnel (DOAP)
- Department of Planning and Finance (DoPF)
- Department of Policy and Legal Affairs (DoPLA)
- Department of Forestry (DOF)
- Department of Forest Inspection (DOFI)
- Department of Agricultural Extension and Cooperatives (DAEC)
- Department of Agricultural Land Management (DALaM)
- Council for Science and Technology (CST)
- National Agricultural and Forestry Research Institute (NAFRI)
References
- ^ "Lao Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry". landportal.org (in French). 2017-03-28. Retrieved 2024-04-21.
- ^ Statistical Bulletin of the personnel at the service of the Public Administrations (PDF). Ministry of Territorial Policy and Civil Service. 2018. p. 46. Archived (PDF) from the original on 21 April 2019. Retrieved 2 March 2022.
- ^ "2023 State Budget" (PDF). www.boe.es. 1 January 2023. Retrieved 8 January 2023.
- ^ a b "A new and sustainable path for agriculture in Lao PDR". SEI. Retrieved 2024-04-21.
- ^ "DevelopmentAid". DevelopmentAid. Retrieved 2024-04-21.
External Links
- Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry (MAF)
- Department of Livestock and Fisheries (DLF)
- Department of Agriculture (DOA)
- Department of Forestry (DOF)
- Department of Inspection (DOIN)[permanent dead link]
- Department of Irrigation (DOI)
- Department of Organization and Personnel (DOPer)
- Department of Planning (DOP)
- Department of agriculture Land Management (DLM)
- Council for Science and Technology (CST)