Adoption of Circular Economy Practices and Sustainable Performance: Empirical Evidence of Rice Farmers in the Mekong Delta, Vietnam
Year: 2026
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: In recent years, Vietnam has demonstrated increasing interest in developing circular economy models in agriculture, particularly in rice production and related business activities. The implementation of circular economy practices is crucial in promoting sustainable development among farmers. This study aims to examine the effects of applying circular economy practices on sustainability performance. A covariance-based structural equation model with Bootstrap analysis was applied to data gathered from 370 rice farming households in the Mekong Delta region of Vietnam. The findings revealed that there are five key factors that influence farmers’ adoption of circular economy practices: confidence in the benefits, evaluation of social response, perceived behavioral control, belief, and motivation. Furthermore, the study also demonstrated that the application of circular economy practices by farmers has a positive impact on economic, environmental, and social performance. These findings offer valuable insights for policymakers, extension agencies, and agricultural managers seeking to accelerate the transition toward sustainable and circular agricultural systems in the Mekong Delta and beyond.
Source: Annals of Agri-bio Research
Authors: Trang Thi Minh Quach, Ho Dinh Phi
Institutions: Ho Chi Minh City University of Law, University of Phan Thiet
Language: English
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W7168466103
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