Successful agroforestry options in Viet Nam
Evaluation of seven options for agroforestry systems has shown delivery of economic and environmental benefits and applicability toother locations
Tran Ha My
Tran Ha My is a communications assistant with the World Agroforestry Centre Viet Nam. She is a graduate of the Journalism and Communications University of Viet Nam. Formerly she worked as editor and communications assistant with a national organization. She hopes to pursue a masters’ degree in journalism and communications. Email: t.hamy@cgiar.org
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