Stories from Vietnam

Grasshopper infestations have occurred in 18 out of 56 communes in Cao Bang province. The pests have damaged more than 28 hectares of crops, primarily affecting tobacco, corn, and vegetables. Doan Thi Thuan, Director of the Department of Agriculture, reported the damage.

A new agricultural project is being implemented across 10 hectares in Phu Tam, Tinh Bien Ward. The project aims to link farmers with cooperatives to transfer seeds, supplies, and farming techniques. Tran Minh Hoa, Vice Chairman of the Tinh Bien Ward People's Committee, stated the initiative targets efficient production on land areas. The goal is to develop effective production models through these cooperative links.

The certification followed a four-month assessment by HDX and Marine Chos organizations. This marks the first time Vietnamese sea fishmeal has met the Marine Chos 3.0 standard. The company received the certification on April 17.

Veterans in both Vietnam and the United States are marking the anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War. Estimates of casualties vary, with some sources citing over 50,000 deaths, though specialists suggest American figures may be higher.

The Na Vang Ha Long festival, themed 'Wonderous Brilliance', is scheduled to take place at 20:00 tonight at the 30th of October Stadium in Quang Ninh. Organizers expect approximately 80,000 attendees. Security and safety plans have been deployed comprehensively for the event.

The Thuan An Bridge project, which saw its groundbreaking on March 24, 2022, has faced schedule delays. Originally expected to be completed in March 2025, the timeline has been pushed back. The first phase involves an investment of approximately 2,400 billion VND, with construction costs exceeding 2,000 billion VND. The reinforced concrete structure features a navigation span of over 200 meters to accommodate large vessels. The bridge is intended to improve connectivity between Vietnam and the sea, boosting economic development in the Thuan An estuary and surrounding areas. Construction of the Thuan An Bridge in Quang Ninh province has been delayed from its original March 2025 completion target. Construction of the Thuan An bridge is facing delays due to technical infrastructure issues involving electricity and water.

The Dong Thap Provincial People's Committee issued a plan to establish 11 new wards based on existing communes, prioritizing units formed from towns or those meeting urban criteria.

Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade is preparing a proposal for the government to develop the derivatives commodity market for the 2026-2030 period with a vision toward 2045.

Le Van Chau and his wife in Dong An, Vinh Dac Huu, Ly Son, Quang Ngai, used a 100 million VND loan from a 2022 program to invest in agriculture. The couple is growing onions and garlic on 3,500 square meters of agricultural land. The investment aims to support agricultural production and poverty reduction. The investment aims to develop their livelihood and reduce poverty, according to the source. The project covers 3,500 square meters of agricultural land to help stabilize local livelihoods. This initiative is part of national programs aimed at sustainable poverty reduction and socio-economic development in remote and island areas. He utilized specific capital to develop these crops in the mountainous region. The investment aims to ensure successful harvests and provide a foundation for subsequent agricultural cycles.

A farmer named Huy used a 100 million VND loan from a social policy bank to expand his livestock farm. The capital allowed for the expansion of the farm and increased the total herd size.