Application of High Technology in Farming Activities of the Co Ho People in Lac Duong District, Lam Dong Province

Abstract

In the past, the Co Ho people in Lac Duong district, Lam Dong province, relied on traditional farming practices rooted in their experience, local weather, and natural resources. However, they have gradually adapted to transitioning from these conventional methods to high-tech agricultural practices. Based on survey data from 364 Co Ho households and field research, the study analyzed the current state of high-tech adoption in farming and the factors influencing this transition. The findings revealed that households had adopted advanced techniques such as drip irrigation, smart fertilization, and new crop varieties, optimizing production efficiency, increasing yields, and meeting market demands. Among the factors influencing high-tech adoption, technical aspects had the most decisive impact, followed by economic, cultural-social, and natural conditions. This highlights that the shift towards high-tech agriculture depended on access to technology and community awareness, support policies, and real production conditions, which collectively shape the sustainable development of modern farming practices in rural areas like Lac Duong.