Over the past time, many youth union members and young people in Yen Thuy district have optimised local strengths for start business.
A bamboo rat
(scientifically known as Rhizomyinae) farm of Bui Van Nhat (centre) in Bao Hieu
commune, Yen Thuy district.
Bui Phi Nam, in Yen Tri commune, has established
the Yen Tri agriculture cooperative, aiming to connect the households growing
"xa den”, a type of herbal plants scientifically known as Celastrus hindsii
Benth et Hook, to form a production chain.
The cooperative’s products have been highly
valued and rated three stars under the "One Commune-One Product” programme.
Nam said apart from traditional marketing
methods, he has utilised social networks and e-commerce platforms, helping
raise sales efficiency.
Bui Van Nhat, in Bao Hieu commune, has invested
in a bamboo rat (scientifically known as Rhizomyinae) farm covering 200 sq.m,
with about 120-160 bamboo rats. The man earns about 300-350 million VND
(11,931-13,919 USD) each year from the farm.
To better job consultation and introduction, Yen
Thuy district’s youth union in coordination with Chi Anh Investment and
Development JSC organised such events for 300 youth union members in the
locality in the first six months of this year.
It has also supplied high-quality personnel to
businesses and vocational training facilities, and provided career updates
through its Facebook fanpages.
To assist startups among youth union members,
the standing board of the district youth union has also reviewed effective
economic models that need capital, and make a report to the standing board of
the provincial youth union in order to help them access loans under the
preferential credit programme in support of young entrepreneurs.
Bui Tuan Thanh, secretary of Yen Thu district’s
youth union, said the economic models run by youth union members have helped
improve the living standards of their families, while promoting the startup
spirit among local youths.
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.
