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Mekong Delta farmers turn straw, stubble into gold

Farmers in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta are increasingly utilising straw and stubble for various purposes, reducing the widespread practice of burning them.

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Canadian delegation explores low-emission, high-quality rice farming model in Cần Thơ
The visit is intended to aid in the exchange information and promote dialogue between Việt Nam and Canada on sustainable agricultural development, contributing to efforts to address climate change challenges.
Vietnam, Cuba enhance cooperation in rice production
Vietnam's Minister of Construction Nguyen Thanh Nghi and Cuba's Minister of Agriculture Ydael Jesus Perez Brito discussed strengthening collaboration in rice production at a meeting in Hanoi on December 9.

Vietnamese rice export turnover up 22.4% in 11 months
Vietnam exported nearly 8.5 million tonnes of rice worth US$5.31 billion over the past 11 months, up 10.6% in volume and 22.4% in value compared to the same period from last year, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has reported.
Rice export turnover up 22.4% in 11 months
Vietnam exported nearly 8.5 million tonnes of rice worth US$5.31 billion over the past 11 months, up 10.6% in volume and 22.4% in value compared to the same period from last year, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has reported.
Broken rice and other Vietnamese dishes among the best rice dishes in Southeast Asia
Broken rice is a traditional Vietnamese dish typically sold as street food. It consists of broken and imperfect rice grains that were once discarded after the milling process, but today, it has become a signature dish of HCM City.
Sài Gòn’s rice porridge with pandan leaves lures not only foodies but also visitors to the city
The city of Sài Gòn is famed worldwide, not only for its wonderful location – often described as a 'Pearl of the Far East', but also its abundant culinary spread, from vermicelli soups, wild forest leaf hotpot and, also many different types of porridge, such as rice porridge with aromatic fragrant of pandan leaves or cháo trắng lá dứa.

Spicy beef rice noodles: A Bac Lieu specialty
Bac Lieu is known for more than its charming, straightforward locals; it also boasts a rich culinary heritage.
Vietnam’s rice exports already exceed 8 million tonnes
By November 15, Vietnam’s rice exports had reached 8.05 million tonnes with a value of US$5.05 billion, according to statistics from the General Department of Customs.
World Bank delegation visits Can Tho’s low-emission rice production model
A delegation of the World Bank (WB) led by Vice President for East Asia and the Pacific Manuela V. Ferro on November 19 paid a working visit to the Mekong Delta city of Can Tho during which they discussed with representatives of local authorities, sectors, businesses, and farmers related to low-emission rice production.
Vietnamese delicacies feature among top 76 best Southeast Asian rice dishes
A number of local cuisines have been listed among the top 76 best Southeast Asian rice dishes, as compiled by international food website TasteAtlas.
Kiên Giang Province to comfortably exceed rice production target
Kiên Giang Province is expected to harvest over 4.6 million tonnes of paddy this year, 200,000 tonnes higher than its target.
Vietnam’s 2024 rice exports likely to break the 2023 record
In 2024, Vietnam is expected to set a new record for rice exports, with forecasts indicating over 8 million tonnes would be exported and total export revenue would potentially surpass US$5 billion.
Vietnamese companies secure three lots in Indonesia's 500,000-tonne rice tender
Vietnamese businesses have secured three rice lots totalling 85,000 tonnes, representing 17% of Indonesia's massive 500,000-tonne rice tender in October, according to the rice market news site SSRicenews.
Nine-month rice exports to Philippines hit nearly US$2 billion
Vietnam earned nearly US$2 billion from exporting rice to the Philippines market during the past nine months of the year, making up 42.86% of the country's total rice export turnover, according to the Vietnamese Trade Office in the Philippines.
No Vietnamese rice among products seized in Sweden
No Vietnamese rice is named in the list of the grain seized by Swedish authorities on suspicion of quality fraud, according to the Vietnam Trade Office in the European country.
Green rice revolution reaps nationwide benefits
Prime Minister Phạm Minh Chính has said we must "breathe life into the rice plants," instilling new vitality in the rice industry through digital technology, green development, circular economy, and innovation.
Farmers compost rice straw for fertiliser and mushroom cultivation in An Giang
Farmers can only change their practice of burning straw in the field when there are models of using straw to create income
PM leads discussion on high-quality, low-emission rice cultivation in Mekong Delta
The project is of paramount significance for regional farmers, rice industry, and Việt Nam's broader efforts to combat climate change, aiming for net-zero emissions in line with commitments made at the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26).
Indian expert suggests ways for Vietnam to boost rice exports
Improving the rice quality, diversifying markets, and building a recognisable and trustworthy brand identity for Vietnamese rice are among measures for Vietnam to boost its rice exports, said Secretary of All India Spices Importers Federation (AISIF) Hiren Gandhi.
Mekong targets low-emission rice production with carbon credit initiative
Another obstacle is the lack of clear incentives for farmers to adopt low-emission farming methods. Without specific policies encouraging these changes, many farmers remain reluctant to abandon traditional high-emission practices.
Another Vietnamese rice brand enters Japanese market
Tan Long Group Joint Stock Company (Tan Long Group), in collaboration with Japan’s Kiraboshi Bank, hosted a ceremony in Tokyo on October 9 to launch the A An rice, the second Vietnamese rice brand in the Japanese market.

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