Funded by ADM Cares, ADM's social investment programme, the project was implemented by World Vision International in Viet Nam in cooperation with the Hải Lăng District People's Committee and local communes. The initiative has significantly improved the irrigation system in the target communes of Hải Lăng District, helping to raise agricultural productivity and increase the incomes of vulnerable households.
The project "Securing Irrigation Water, Improving the Lives of Farming Households" reflects the partners' shared vision of promoting sustainable change in local communities. By improving irrigation systems and increasing agricultural productivity, the project not only raises household incomes but also lays the foundation for long-term stability and development. These improvements put families in a better position to help their children access nutritious food, education and healthcare services.
World Vision International in Viet Nam staff visit the project area and community.
After three months of implementation (February to April 2025), the project reached more than 2,300 households, around 8,600 people, in three communes of Hải Lăng District (Hải Trường, Hải Định and Hải Hưng). By improving livelihood opportunities for parents, the initiative has had a positive impact on more than 2,000 children and their family members.
The project "Securing Irrigation Water, Improving the Lives of Farming Households" continues ADM's long-standing commitment to supporting sustainable development in Viet Nam. In 2022 and 2024, ADM funded the projects "Sustainable Livelihoods for Farming Households" and "Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods towards a Circular Economy" in Quảng Nam and Quảng Ngãi provinces. These projects have contributed to community development and improved the lives of the most vulnerable children.
Mr Gerald Wilflingseder, President of ADM's Animal Nutrition business in Asia-Pacific, and Mr Stanislaus Rozario, Director of Finance and Support Services at World Vision International in Viet Nam, visit the project area.
Speaking at the project closing event, Mr Gerald Wilflingseder, President of ADM's Animal Nutrition business in Asia-Pacific, said: "At ADM, we believe that meaningful change happens when we work with local partners to deliver lasting solutions. The successful results of the Hải Lăng project with World Vision International in Viet Nam show the positive impact that can be achieved when expertise, resources and community leadership come together. We are proud to contribute to efforts that help children and families thrive."
Representatives of ADM, World Vision International in Viet Nam and the Hải Lăng community celebrate the project's meaningful results.
The project "Securing Irrigation Water, Improving the Lives of Farming Households" builds on World Vision International in Viet Nam's 18-year commitment to supporting vulnerable children and communities through the Hải Lăng Area Programme (2007–2025), which focuses on livelihood development and improving the quality of life of communities.
On behalf of World Vision International in Viet Nam, Mr Stanislaus Rozario stressed: "We are deeply grateful to ADM for its trust and continuous partnership over the past five years. Your sustained support has helped change the lives of thousands of vulnerable households across Viet Nam. We look forward to continuing this meaningful partnership to expand our impact in the years ahead."
World Vision International in Viet Nam (WVV) is a leading organisation in promoting and ensuring child well-being. World Vision is driven by the belief that every child has the potential to develop fully, intellectually, physically and spiritually. World Vision works alongside government, donors, communities and children to bring about positive impact and improve the quality of life of people and children. World Vision's teams in nearly 100 countries are working tirelessly with partners to improve the lives of more than 200 million vulnerable children worldwide, including more than 200,000 children in Viet Nam who benefit directly.