Data & Insights

Southeast Asia Agricultural Outlook Series

A SEARCA-led initiative delivering timely insights, regional trends, and data-driven forecasts to guide Southeast Asian countries in transforming their agriculture sectors.

Data & Insights
The SEA Agri Outlook Series is SEARCA’s flagship publication under the SUSTAIN program. It provides regional and country-level analyses, economic forecasts, and agricultural insights to support policy design and strategic planning in Southeast Asia.
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Turning Insights Into Impact

Why the SEA Agri Outlook Series Is Essential

Policy That Works

Grounded in rigorous research and real-world data, the Outlook delivers actionable recommendations that help Southeast Asian governments shape policies that respond to today’s agricultural realities boosting effectiveness, accountability, and impact on the ground.

 Forecasting for Resilience

With forward-looking projections and economic scenarios, the Outlook equips policymakers and stakeholders to anticipate challenges, prepare for shocks, and build resilience across food systems turning uncertainty into informed preparedness.

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Tracking Regional Progress

The Outlook acts as a benchmark tool, enabling SEARCA and its partners to monitor transformation across countries, evaluate policy performance, and stay aligned with the outcomes of its 12th Five-Year Development Plan (FYDP).

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Regional & Country Focus

The SEA Agri Outlook explores agriculture across all 11 Southeast Asian Countries offering a dual view of shared regional challenges and country-specific dynamics. It compares pre- and post-pandemic developments to assess how each nation is progressing toward agricultural transformation, food security, and resilience.

  • Pre- and Post-Pandemic Comparisons

    Understand how COVID-19 shaped agri-policy, production, and livelihoods across the region.

  • Country-Level Situationers

    Dive into each country’s agricultural conditions, challenges, and paths to recovery.

  •  SUSTAIN Impact Areas

    Track key indicators on farmer income, food security, climate resilience, and human capital.

  • Cross-Country Comparisons

    Spot patterns, disparities, and shared opportunities through harmonized data analysis.

Country Agri Profile
Across Southeast Asia

Explore key agricultural data, policy trends, and national strategies across all 11 Southeast Asian countries. These profiles offer a snapshot of progress, priorities, and opportunities for collaboration.

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Agri Performance Snapshots

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Key Policy Milestones

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Food, Climate & Rural Indicators

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Challenges & Opportunities

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Regional & Cross-Country Insights

Insights That Drive Impact

The SEA Agri Outlook is structured around four interconnected pillars—each vital to shaping a sustainable and inclusive future for Southeast Asia’s agriculture sector. These focus areas guide the research, data analysis, and policy recommendations that emerge from the series.

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Farmers’ Income

Boosting farmer livelihoods through improved productivity, access to markets, and inclusive growth strategies.

Food Security

Ensuring stable food supply, improved nutrition, and resilient food systems in times of crisis and change.

Climate Resilience

Promoting climate-smart practices and policies to strengthen agriculture's adaptability to climate risks.

Human Capital

Empowering people through education, skills development, and inclusive participation in policy processes.

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Interactive Tools for Smarter Policy

At the heart of the Outlook is a comprehensive agricultural statistics database covering over a decade of data across Southeast Asia. This rich data foundation fuels:

  • Dynamic Dashboards

    Visualize key indicators and trends in real time

  • Forecasting Tools

    Anticipate scenarios and policy impacts with confidence

  • Cross-Country Comparisons

    Benchmark progress and identify opportunities for collaboration

  • Data-Driven Insights

    Inform decisions with evidence rooted in local and regional realities

Make It Work for You

Whether you’re a policymaker, researcher, or development partner, the SEA Agri Outlook Series is designed to serve your specific needs.

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