HANOI: The capital city has taken proactive steps to restructure its rice cultivation sector, supporting farmers in shifting toward the production of high-quality commercial rice that meets export standards.

This effort is part of a broader strategy to expand the rice export market and improve the competitiveness of Vietnamese rice in international markets by 2030.

In addition, the city is working closely with cooperatives and enterprises to establish raw material zones, strengthen production–consumption links, and expand export channels for rice products.

Alongside efforts to increase the domestic and international market value of rice, Hanoi’s agricultural sector is supporting localities in developing high-quality rice cultivation areas that meet export criteria.

These initiatives are attracting enterprise participation in value chains and helping secure product off-take agreements for farmers.

Designated as a high-quality commercial rice production area, Dong Phu Commune in Chuong My District currently cultivates 47ha of Japonica rice, a premium variety originating from Japan.

Director of Dong Phu Organic Agricultural Cooperative Trinh Thi Nguyet said: “Our cooperative applies environmentally friendly cultivation methods. The rice is aromatic, tasty and certified by both US and Japanese standards. Thanks to this, the value of Dong Phu organic rice is much higher than conventionally grown varieties.

“Additionally, we have established a strong production-consumption chain. All of our organic rice is sold under stable off-take contracts, with prices 10% to 15% higher than those of traditional rice.

“Dong Phu organic rice is now exported to several international markets,” Nguyet added. — Viet Nam News/ANN

Published Date: June 26, 2025