HBO – Hoa Binh lake is one of the largest man-made lakes in the northern mountainous province of Hoa Binh, spreading about 8,900 hectares in 19 communes of Hoa Binh city and four districts. With a diverse aquatic ecosystem and clean water, the lake is home to many precious, endemic species of fish, which is favourable for fish breeding. Over the past time, many organisations and individuals have invested and partnered in breeding Da River fish under the value chain, ensuring food safety and meeting market demands.
The project on connectivity in Da River fish production and
consumption has been implemented since 2017-2018 in Hoa Binh city and four
districts. Hai Dang Seafood Ltd., Co. and Cuong Thinh Construction and Service
Ltd., Co. in Thai Thinh commune, Hoa Binh city have participated in the project
with 240 cages which churn out about 800 tonnes per ha. Ten households in Hien
Luong commune, Da Bac district have also joined the chain with a total of 93
cages and an output of 300 tonnes per ha. They produce both specialty and
traditional species of fish.
Hai Dang Seafood Ltd., Co. is breeding fish in accordance with VietGap
standards. Its products are delivered to restaurants and hotels in the northern
region, especially Hanoi.
The businesses and households have received training and financial support to
buy fries, been equipped with knowledge about VietGap standards and food safety
regulations, and been assisted in trade promotion and product sales.
Nguyen Huu Tai, head of the bureau of agro-forestry-fishery product quality
management, said companies and cooperatives engaging in the project have well
performed their role in production and consumption, paying attention to introducing
Da River fish to consumers. The Hoa Binh clean food store and its branches have
been established, supplying Da River fish to major supermarkets in Hanoi like
Big C and Fivimart.
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.
