Delegates visited a traditional food producer and an organic farm in Gia Lai on October 17 as part of a programme connecting the province’s agricultural products with its culinary culture and tourism promotion.
After leaving his position as director of an agricultural enterprise in Ho Chi Minh City, Nguyễn Chất Sâm returned to Ia Ly commune to pursue organic farming, transforming degraded former rubber plantations into a 15-hectare durian farm that now generates about US$267,000 in annual profit.
Organic agriculture movement is gaining momentum as the Huỳnh Thành Ngọc-led “farmer warriors” project demonstrates that soil-first farming can improve yields, restore ecosystems and strengthen farmer livelihoods.
Clear origin and product traceability are becoming decisive factors in enhancing the competitiveness and sustainability of Gia Lai’s agricultural products. Businesses, cooperatives, and farmers are applying digital tracking systems to ensure transparency and build consumer trust.
