To ensure food safety, the most fundamental factor is a standardized production process in which VietGAP is considered the minimum requirement. However VietGAP-certified vegetables account for less than 1 percent of all vegetables.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment says that laws in the agriculture and environment fields must be “clear, consistent, and feasible” to avoid unnecessary burdens on businesses and local authorities, while addressing real-world challenges.

Vietnam’s agriculture scene has gone from scraping by to raking in over 60 billion USD in exports, turning rice paddies and coffee fields into a cash cow that’s fueling the nation’s economic rise.

The Northwest, a region rich in potential with endemic agricultural products and valuable medicinal herbs, stands at the threshold of breaking into the international agricultural sector.

As Vietnam seeks to modernise its agricultural sector and stay globally competitive, the circular economy is emerging as a critical pathway toward greener and more sustainable farming.

After studying abroad and working for a public university in HCM City, in 2019 Nguyen Thi Minh Ngoc made a surprising decision to return to her hometown and start a business.

Solar power in agriculture should be studied as one of the most promising approaches to generating clean energy in VN, said economists and business insiders.

At present, agricultural exports, such as rice, coffee and seafood, have steadily secured a stable place in major global markets.

In 2024, agricultural exports brought record high revenue of $62.5 billion. However, Minister of Agriculture Le Minh Hoan believes value could increase tenfold without an increase in output with new agricutural methods.

VN agro-forestry-aquatic product exports are projected to surpass $62 billion in 2024, with a record trade surplus of $18.6 billion, marking a new milestone for the sector. This promising achievement signals potential for stronger growth in 2025.

Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has called on Vietnam’s agricultural sector to accelerate growth and aim for $70 billion in exports in 2025, emphasizing innovation and sustainability.

Kien Giang Province has more than 690 agricultural drones, with Hòn Đất District leading with 231 units.

Representatives of local firms had a meeting with Vietnamese Ambassador to Algeria Tran Quoc Khanh, as part of his recent visit to the province.

Vietnam’s agricultural exports are on track to set a historic record, projected at $60-61 billion despite weather challenges.

After the devastation caused by Storm Yagi, thousands of farmers in Vietnam are left with nothing but debt, as their livestock, fish farms, and crops have been completely wiped out.

In recent years, the crop industry has demonstrated its crucial role in ensuring national food security, job creation, and increasing farmer incomes.

Organic agricultural products are gaining traction among consumers due to their sustainability, safety, and nutritional benefits. However, despite the rising demand, organic farming only accounts for a small portion of Vietnam's agricultural sector.

Hanoi has gathered resources to develop a modern, clean and organic agriculture and a circular economy with a sustainable connection to global value chains.

Vietnam is currently  a signatory to 16 free trade agreements (FTAs), which are described as highways connecting Vietnam’s economy with major trading partners in the world.

Vietnam’s agricultural development has gained many achievements in recent times, with seven commodities recording annual export turnover of over $3 billion.