(HBO) – Developing concentrated livestock production and stepping up the application of high technology in animal husbandry are solutions for sustainable development. It is also a condition for the implementation of a scheme on developing export markets for key agricultural products of Hoa Binh province in the 2020 – 2025 period, with a vision to 2030.
Expanding large-scale concentrated production to gradually create livestock products for export. Photo taken in Thong Nhat ward (Hoa Binh city).
In a project on sustainable livestock development in Hoa Binh province in the 2020 – 2025 period, the province identifies promoting its advantages to raise some key species as an important goal. It will develop a variety of livestock species not only to meet the needs of domestic consumption, but also for export.
To achieve these goals, over the past years, the province has implemented many solutions, including reviewing and planning concentrated livestock farming; increasing the productivity, quality and added value with advantages of each locality associated with restructuring the agricultural sector and husbandry planning and new-style rural building planning of the province.
Hoa Binh has also promoted the application of science and technology in livestock breeding, encouraged enterprises to invest in animal husbandry, and built regions and establishments which can ensure disease safety and veterinary hygiene.
Lac Thuy is one of the province’s localities boasting a thriving animal husbandry with many outstanding products. According to a report of the district People's Committee, in order to develop livestock production towards export, the district has focused on large-scale and concentrated farming, promoted product sale linkages, and provided support in terms of science and technology. Goat farming is receiving more attention because of its high economic value and suitable development conditions. The district is also raising over 12,600 honey bee colonies, and developing the herds of dairy and beef cows, with seven farms and 400 heads./.
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.
