From barren hills to fruitful orchards From barren hills to fruitful orchards
What were once hillsides planted mainly with maize and cassava, yielding modest economic returns, are now flourishing plum orchards in Suoi Thau 1 Village, Hoang Su Phi Commune. The transformation has been driven by the pioneering efforts of village Party Cell Secretary Ly Ngoc Thanh, who has helped open a new path toward sustainable livelihoods for local people.
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A pillar of strength in Khau Luong Village
10:33, 07/06/2026
Khau Luong, the most remote village in Kien Thiet Commune, continues to face significant challenges, with no concrete roads, mobile phone coverage, or television signal. Reaching the village requires a 27-kilometer journey across steep mountain passes, muddy tracks, and numerous streams and river crossings.
Star anise brings new hope to highland farmers
10:30, 22/05/2026
Across the rolling hills of Na Nom hamlet in Duong Hong Commune, lush green star anise forests are creating new opportunities for local people. Once known for its barren and isolated landscape, the area is now seeing economic transformation driven by the cultivation of star anise trees.
Supporting agricultural product consumption
15:50, 20/05/2026
Amid rapid digital transformation and the strong growth of e-commerce, many provincial and commune-level officials have proactively turned to livestream selling to help local people market their agricultural products. This innovative approach leverages social media to reach customers quickly, directly, and on a broad scale.
Rising with black-boned chickens
09:13, 16/05/2026
From early setbacks to building a thriving farm business, Luong Van Nam, a young Tay ethnic entrepreneur from Tung Ba Commune, has successfully developed a large-scale black-boned chicken farming model, earning nearly VND 1 billion annually while creating a new economic direction for local people.
Enhancing the value of agricultural products
09:42, 04/05/2026
The “One Commune, One Product” (OCOP) program is emerging as a key driver in Tuyen Quang’s transition from agricultural production to an agricultural economy, helping enhance the value of local farm produce and expand market access. Rather than simply producing goods, cooperatives and farmers are increasingly focused on building value, branding, and cultural identity for each product.
Creating breakthroughs for special-status regions
16:44, 01/05/2026
The National Target Programs on new rural development, sustainable poverty reduction, and socio-economic development in ethnic minority and mountainous areas for the 2026–2035 period are of great significance, contributing to poverty alleviation and improving living standards for people in these regions.
Km 0 in Ha Giang bustles with visitors on first day of holiday
19:32, 30/04/2026
On the morning of April 30, amid the festive atmosphere marking the Reunification Day (April 30) and International Workers’ Day (May 1) holidays, the Km 0 area in Ha Giang 1 Ward became a popular destination, attracting large numbers of residents and tourists for sightseeing and photo opportunities.
Double-digit growth
14:55, 24/04/2026
The goal of achieving double-digit growth in the coming period is not merely an economic target, but a declaration of the nation’s development aspirations in a new era. When viewed in connection with the Socio-Economic Development Plan, national financial strategy, public debt management, and the medium-term public investment plan for 2026–2030, this objective is clearly embedded within a comprehensive policy framework - one that both creates momentum and imposes strict constraints.
Yen Son develops Buddha’s hand citron cultivation model for higher economic returns
10:36, 17/04/2026
Yen Son commune is gradually developing a Buddha’s hand citron cultivation model, creating a new direction in agricultural restructuring and improving local incomes.
“Treasure of the Rocky Highlands”: Elevating H’Mong yellow cattle to a national brand
16:03, 15/04/2026
H’Mong yellow cattle, a rare indigenous breed, account for only about 2% of Vietnam’s total cattle population but hold outstanding value in terms of cultural significance, meat quality, and market price. As part of the national cattle branding strategy, the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has selected H’Mong cattle in Tuyen Quang as a key focus for development, aiming to position the breed as a premium specialty product.
Highland medicinal plants go global
09:59, 11/04/2026
On the highland slopes of Vi Xuyen Commune, a new pathway for indigenous medicinal plants is gradually taking shape thanks to the efforts of Nguyen Thi Hong Lieu. Born in 1982 and belonging to the Tay ethnic group, she received formal training in agriculture and biotechnology before choosing to return to her hometown to develop the local economy based on its inherent potential.
Expanding chili farming model in Lien Minh 2
10:03, 03/04/2026
In Lien Minh 2 Hamlet, Nhu Khe Commune, chili cultivation is emerging as an effective livelihood, helping many households increase their income and gradually achieve prosperity. A notable example is Hoang Dinh Phuc, the hamlet head, who has boldly shifted crop structures and achieved remarkable success.
Local enterprises proactively adapt to market volatility
11:02, 16/03/2026
Amid complex global developments, particularly conflicts in the Middle East, production, business activities, and tourism in many localities have been affected to varying degrees. In Tuyen Quang Province, export, manufacturing, and tourism enterprises are actively implementing flexible solutions to adapt to market fluctuations and maintain stable operations.
Sending dreams into Shan Tuyet tea
15:09, 06/03/2026
Associated with centuries-old Shan Tuyet tea trees in the rocky plateau, Pham Thi Minh Hai – National Artisan and Deputy Director of Thanh Son Co.,Ltd. (Ha Giang 1 Ward), has chosen a unique way to promote the value of tea: extracting essence from Shan Tuyet tea to produce skincare cosmetics.