Research staff with postgraduate qualification increased from 38% in 2008 to 53% in 2011.
Equipment purchased under the Project was used by over 355 researchers. Survey of researchers showed that the quality of their research has improved and they were able to expand the scope of research into more specific research on over 30 research topics which would not have been possible without the equipment. The number of samples sent out for evaluation by outside laboratory declined by 67.5%, indicating efficient use of equipment funded by the Project.
74% of research projects (about $3,700,000 equivalent) were conducted in upland and remote communities.
Pro-poor research projects were conducted in 46 provinces as well as in all agroecological regions of Viet Nam.
A total of 615 extension contracts were awarded, 375 (61%) of which were implemented in upland and remote areas of the five provinces.
In all five project provinces, extension plans were developed based on participatory method from commune to district level. A total of 129 workshops were organized in 127 communes to identify extension priority and planning for the activities.
65% of the total value of extension contracts were awarded for upland and remote areas of the five project provinces.
Open bidding method whereby information was announced in national and provincial TV and newspaper was successfully used to increase participation of wide range of extension service providers, including local extension centers, research institutes, schools, and private sector firms.
Under the 615 extension contracts and 125 research projects financed under the Project, practical linkages between farmer groups, extension service providers and research institutes were successfully and effectively formalized.
A total of 50 provincial and district agriculture extension centers participated in implementing extension contract and were partners for the 125 client-oriented research projects.
A total of 30 curricula were developed based on national sector goals, including based on the national food safety and national climate change strategies for agriculture sector.
In curriculum development in all project schools/colleges, at least one representative from relevant industries is represented in the Curriculum Board. During the project period, a total of 177 representatives of private sector and external agencies participated in the preparation of the training program and curriculum development.
Annually, about 16,020 teachers and researchers as well as 430,730 students have improved access to teaching and laboratory equipment, leading to improved learning experiences.
On average, students from Project school who find full-time employment within 6 months to one year increased from 75% in 2009 to 77% in 2011.