(HBO) – In the year of 2017 -2018, Cao Phong oranges continued to be increased in the areas and quantity. According to the statistics of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, up to now, in the whole district, there have been 2,835 hectares of citrus plants, mainly oranges, including 1,234 hectares in the business period, the total quantity of the whole harvest is estimated more than 33,000 tons. The areas of planting oranges following Vietgap standards in the district have been increased with 207 households applying the procedure. The total areas reach 305,89 hectares.
Photo: the orange harvest in Cao Phong
The quality of Cao Phong orange continues to be confirmed, the brand is being on most of the markets outside the province and expanded to the southern provinces. Cao Phong oranges have been certified of geographical direction, the products continue to bring high economic value and make stable income for the gardeners. Besides the area of Duong Canh oranges which are being harvested with the average price of 30.000 – 35.000 dongs/ kg at the garden, in the whole district there was about 45% of areas late oranges (V2) which is prepared to supply for the market in Lunar New Year.
Hoa Binh province’s economy posted an impressive Gross Regional Domestic Product (GRDP) growth rate of 12.67% in the first quarter of 2025, representing a 12.76% year-on-year increase, the highest rate recorded since the beginning of the current tenure, according to the provincial Statistics Office. This robust growth reflects years of strategic groundwork and sets a strong foundation for the province’s annual growth target of over 10%.
With a focus on cash crop farming with science - technology application and brand building, Lac Thuy district is gradually increasing production value, improving people's life quality, and laying the foundation for sustainable socio-economic development.
In recent years, the economic development model "Hoa Binh Earthworm Farm” run by Mr. Bui Van Dang in Co Giua Hamlet, My Thanh Commune (Lac Son district) has not only brought stable economic value but it is also environmentally friendly, helping to protect and reduce pollution, contributing to the construction of a green and sustainable agriculture.
Dao Village’s honey – a product certified with a 3-star OCOP (One Commune One Product) rating by Thong Nhat Agricultural Cooperative in Dao Village (Hoa Binh City) – is highly regarded by consumers for its quality, richness, and variety in packaging. The distinctively sweet taste of Dao Village’s honey leaves a lasting impression on anyone who has tried it.
In alignment with Project No. 07-DA/TU, issued by the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee on November 1, 2021, Lac Thuy district has actively promoted investment and supported the sustainable development of its industrial and handicraft sectors during the 2021–2025 period. Alongside this, the district has remained committed to preserving and revitalising traditional craft villages.
Located in the northern part of Lac Thuy district, with a temperate climate and fertile soil, Phu Thanh commune has great potential and advantages in growing tea. The long-standing experience, combined with strict adherence to organic farming practices in the tea gardens, ensures that the dried tea products from Phu Thanh and Lac Thuy as a whole are sold out immediately upon production, providing a stable and prosperous life for the local people.
