Proposal

Social Challenges

1. Chemical Overuse and Their Threat to Agriculture.

The overuse of chemicals in agriculture poses a significant threat to the environment, human health, and the sustainability of farming practices. Addressing this challenge requires a shift towards sustainable farming methods, reducing reliance on harmful chemicals, and promoting organic agriculture. By providing education, training, and access to alternative solutions, farmers can transition to more environmentally friendly practices that benefit both their crops and the ecosystem.

2. Addressing the Aging Farmer Crisis.

Another pressing issue for farmers is the ageing workforce in agriculture. As older farmers retire and younger generations are less inclined to pursue farming as a career, there is a risk of a labor shortage and a loss of traditional knowledge. To address this challenge, initiatives are needed to attract and retain younger individuals in agriculture through incentives, training programs, and technological advancements that make farming more appealing and sustainable for the next generation.

3. How Superficial Tourism Threatens Local Identity and Economy.

For the local community, the prevalence of superficial tourism trends presents a challenge to preserving the authenticity and cultural heritage of the region. This can lead to the commodification of local traditions, loss of identity, and a lack of meaningful engagement with the community. Furthermore, the slow economic development in the region due to the underutilization of tourism potential represents a significant challenge for the local community. By failing to leverage the natural beauty, cultural heritage, and resources of the area for sustainable tourism development, opportunities for economic growth and job creation are missed. To combat this trend, it is essential to promote genuine experiences, highlight the unique cultural offerings of the area, and encourage responsible tourism practices that benefit both visitors and locals.

Solution idea

1. Ensuring Food Security While Reducing Chemical Reliance.

Alluvia products employ a “bean-to-bar” production process in eco agriculture without the use of chemicals, this initiative not only ensures the production of high-quality, environmentally friendly products but also promotes sustainable farming practices. This approach not only benefits the consumers by providing them with healthier options but also contributes significantly to the preservation of the ecosystem.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. Empowering Communities and Sustaining Growth.

Alluvia focuses on the economic development of the Mekong Delta region, this initiative plays a crucial role in uplifting local communities and fostering sustainable growth. By creating employment opportunities, supporting local farmers, and investing in the region’s infrastructure, this initiative helps in building a more resilient and prosperous economy in the area.

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Unleashing Tourism’s Potential for a Sustainable Future.

Alluvia offers cocoa garden tours and chocolate making experiences for visitors which promote ecotourism. This initiative not only attracts visitors to experience the beauty of the Mekong Delta but also raises awareness about the importance of preserving natural habitats and supporting sustainable practices. This not only benefits the local economy through increased tourism but also helps in conserving the rich biodiversity of the region for future generations to enjoy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The UN Goals Contribution

• Goal 2.4: By 2030, ensure sustainable food production systems and implement resilient agricultural practices that increase productivity and production, that help maintain ecosystems, that strengthen capacity for adaptation to climate change, extreme weather, drought, flooding and other disasters and that progressively improve land and soil quality (United Station, 2022).
• Goal 3.4: By 2030, reduce by one third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being (United Station, 2022).
• Goal 12b: Develop and implement tools to monitor sustainable development impacts for sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products (United Station, 2022).

References

United Nations (2022). The 17 Sustainable Development Goals. [online] United Nations. Available at: https://sdgs.un.org/goals.