sustainable water management; water-energy-food nexus; irrigation; decision support tools
Abstract :
[en] This project presents a long-term Vietnam–Belgium research collaboration (2019–2027) led by ULiège and Vietnamese partners, focusing on sustainable water management for agriculture in the context of climate change and increasing water stress. It combines two complementary approaches: the establishment of a Drought Observatory and the application of a Water–Energy–Food Nexus framework.
The work targets smallholder and irrigated coffee farming systems in Vietnam’s Central Highlands, addressing competing water uses across agriculture, energy, and domestic supply. Key activities include water allocation modelling (WEAP), crop and irrigation modelling (AquaCrop), remote sensing for monitoring water stress, and the development of decision-support and advisory tools. Strong emphasis is placed on capacity building, training, and co-learning, ensuring that scientific tools are translated into practical, policy-relevant and farmer-oriented solutions.
Visit to the University of Liège – Gembloux Agro-Bio Tech Vietnamese delegation during the visit to Belgium by the Minister of Agriculture and Environment
