Sub-national food systems transformation decision supporting process to accelerate local food systems transformation implementation: Lessons from Dong Thap and Son La Provinces

This learning note summarizes the Food Systems Transformation Decision Supporting (FSDS) Process piloted in Vietnam's Dong Thap and Son La provinces. Key achievements include establishing Provincial Inter-sectoral Working Groups to break down departmental silos and creating practical guidelines and profiles for local food systems. The process successfully translated national policy into a formal Provincial Implementation Plan in Son La. Lessons learned emphasize multi-stakeholder engagement, participatory capacity building, and the need to adapt decision-support tools to local contexts.