The impact of land fragmentation on food security in the North Central Coast, Vietnam

While the effect of land fragmentation on farm efficiency and production diversification in Vietnam has been well established, no evidence exists for its household food security. Using a unique dataset from surveys combination with micro-econometric models, current study examines impact security poorest districts Vietnam’s North Central Coast. Even after controlling other factors we provide first that Vietnam, ethnic minority households whose holdings are fragmented more likely to suffer insecurity. A higher likelihood achieving is found members have better education non-farm self-employment. The findings suggest policies encourage consolidation improve access minorities self-employment would help them their Such should be promoted area.