Research on World Agricultural Economy

How Does Traceability Adoption Affect Farm Performance in Lotus Production in Central Vietnam?

Nguyen Thai Phan

University of Economics, Hue University, Hue City 530000, Vietnam

Nguyen Duc Kien

University of Economics, Hue University, Hue City 530000, Vietnam

Nguyen Cong Dinh

University of Economics, Hue University, Hue City 530000, Vietnam

Le Thanh An

University of Economics, Hue University, Hue City 530000, Vietnam

Pham Xuan Hung

University of Economics, Hue University, Hue City 530000, Vietnam

DOI: https://doi.org/10.36956/rwae.v6i2.1640

Received: 30 December 2024 | Revised: 17 February 2025 | Accepted: 19 February 2025 | Published Online: 17 April 2025

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Abstract

This study investigates the impact of traceability adoption on farm performance in Vietnam’s lotus value chain, focusing on revenue, productivity, and output price. The research endeavor employed stratified sampling, systematically dividing regions into districts and communities to obtain data on lotus cultivation in Central Vietnam. To assess the effect of traceability adoption on the performance of lotus farms, survey data from 363 respondents across central Vietnam were analyzed. The study employed propensity score matching (PSM) to evaluate the average treatment effect and mitigate the risk of selection bias. The results indicate that farmers who adopt traceability achieve higher revenue, productivity, and output prices than those who do not. In addition, the study's findings reveal several elements that may affect the decision to use traceability in lotus cultivation in Central Vietnam. The factors encompass the age of the household head, the quantity of plots designated for Lotus production, and the number of collectors involved. These findings underscore the importance of improving traceability in lotus production to facilitate sustained enhancements in the standard of living in central Vietnam. Enhancing the sector's sustainability and growth could be accomplished by promoting young involvement in lotus farming and increasing land accessibility for growers, supported by government initiatives.   

Keywords: Traceability Adoption; Farm Performance; Lotus Production; Vietnam

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