An Overview of Contract Livestock Farming Models

Date Received: 20-03-2025

Date Accepted: 30-05-2025

Date Published: 30-05-2025

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Hoa, B., Son, C., & Hương, L. (2025). An Overview of Contract Livestock Farming Models. Vietnam Journal of Agricultural Sciences, 23(5), 663–673. https://doi.org/10.31817/tckhnnvn.2025.23.5.

An Overview of Contract Livestock Farming Models

Bui Phung Khanh Hoa 1 , Cao Truong Son 2 , Lê Thi Thu Hương (*)

  • Tác giả liên hệ: [email protected]
  • 1 Bộ Nông nghiệp và Môi trường
  • 2 Khoa Tài nguyên và Môi trường

    • Keywords

    Livestock, contract livestock farming, agricultural production, sustainable development, Vietnam

    Abstract


    This review article provides a comprehensive overview of contract livestock farming both globally and in Vietnam, contributing to a more complete understanding of the trends and directions for efficient and sustainable livestock development. The article focuses on several key aspects: the concept of contract livestock farming; the benefits it offers; major types of contractual arrangements; and the current development of contract livestock farming in both the global context and in Vietnam. The findings show that contract livestock farming is gaining increased attention worldwide as a response to the need for livestock sector modernization and market demands. It brings tangible benefits to all parties involved, enhances productivity and product quality, mitigates production risks and costs, and reduces negative environmental impacts.

    Author Biographies

    Bui Phung Khanh Hoa, Bộ Nông nghiệp và Môi trường

    Phòng Quản lý chất thải rắn

    Cao Truong Son, Khoa Tài nguyên và Môi trường

    Phó trưởng bộ môn Quản lý môi trường

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