(HBO)- Thus, up to now, three specialties such as Tan Lac chayotes, Tan Lac pomelos and Nam Son tangerines have had protection certificates.
Consumers visit Nam Son tangerine area and
buy local specialties
By the end of 2018, the area of red pomelos
and green pomelo in the district reached over 1,000 hectares, of which 395
hectares have been harvested with the average productivity of 30 tons / ha. By
the end of 2017, Tan Lac pomelos received a collective trademark protection. At
the same time, the certification have opened a wide market for Tan Lac pomelos,
and the product reputation is confirmed. Red pomelos, the local specialty, has
been present at big restaurants and supermarkets in Hanoi City, in provinces
from North to South with the average selling price of 30,000 VND / kg. The red
pomelo growers have an average income of over VND 600 million / ha.
Before that, in the last days of 2016, Tan
Lac highland chayotes were honored to receive the brand certification. Instead
of hiding Tam Dao chayotes, selling at low prices and struggling about the
output market for many years, VietGAP products are of high quality, ensuring
food safety since the collective marks has been set up and has caught up with
the big markets. Tan Lac chayotes with full packaging, stamps and labels have
affirmed the local clear origin. The products, which used to unstable in the
market and the price sometimes dropped to 2,000 VND / kg, have increased by 2-3
times, maintaining the price of cooperatives to buy with the product
consumption of 5,000-6,000 VND / kg. The area of chayotes in the highlands of
Tan Lac is about 95 ha, and in Quyet Chien commune is 60 ha.
Maximizing local potential and advantages, Yen Tri commune in Yen Thuy district is actively promoting the cultivation of medicinal herbs and turning medicinal herbs into One Commune - One Product (OCOP) products.
Situated at the gateway to the Northwest, Hoa Binh province has a population of over 900,000, including about 540,000 of working age. It is home to 6,000 businesses and production facilities, providing employment for over 100,000 workers. The remaining workforce is engaged in informal jobs, works in enterprises outside the province, or contributes to agro-forestry-fisheries. Additionally, around 3,000 workers are employed abroad.
The Hoa Binh provincial People's Committee has issued Decision No. 2767/QD-UBND announcing the rankings of departments, agencies, districts and Hoa Binh city in the Public Administration Reform Index (PAR) and the Satisfaction Index of Public Administration Services (SIPAS) in 2024.
The cultivation of Dam Xanh fish (Bangana lemassoni), a unique fish species, has seen remarkable growth in Mai Chau district, thanks to its high economic value and effectiveness. Initially concentrated in Van Mai commune, farming has now extended to four other communes, namely Mai Hich, Mai Ha, Chieng Chau, and Son Thuy. These areas benefit from pristine underground water flowing from mountain crevices, providing ideal conditions for raising this specialty fish.
In 2024, the total state budget revenue of Hoa Binh Province is estimated at approximately VND 6,930 billion, achieving 183% of the Government’s target, 126% of the target assigned by the Provincial People's Council, and 145% compared to the same period last year.
In 2024, Hoa Binh province has shown signs of improvement in attracting investment and developing enterprises.