Vietnam’s crab exports gain expanded access to U.S. market after NOAA recognition

New rice varieties are significantly improving production efficiency and supporting more sustainable farming practices in Vietnam’s Gia Lai province, as farmers report higher yields, lower costs, and stronger market linkages.

Gia Lai province is accelerating its transition to low-emission agriculture, targeting carbon credit markets and long-term sustainability as part of its commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.

More than four decades after waves of post-reunification migration, Vietnam’s Central Highlands province of Gia Lai has transformed from sparsely cultivated land into a major agricultural production hub, driven by settlers who built new lives on basalt soil.

Farmers in the remote western districts of Gia Lai province are increasingly adopting clean agriculture practices, boosting product value, stabilizing market access and improving incomes through standardized, technology-driven production models.

Gia Lai province aims to produce between 800,000 and 900,000 tonnes of finished steel annually by 2030, under a government-backed industrial development plan, authorities said.

Dozens of households and businesses in Gào Commune have voluntarily donated land and funds to accelerate the construction of a key rural road, helping local authorities resolve long-standing transport bottlenecks and support economic development.

Gia Lai Irrigation Works Exploitation One Member Limited Liability Company has ensured a stable water supply for agricultural production and domestic use despite prolonged heatwaves and increasingly complex weather patterns.

The route, part of the eastern North-South Expressway for the 2021-2025 phase, will begin operations at 11:30 a.m., according to Cao Viet Hung, Deputy Director of Project Management Board No. 2 under the Ministry of Construction.

A surge in offshore fishing activity has brought unusually large oceanic tuna to Tam Quan fishing port in central Vietnam, including a specimen weighing more than 300 kilograms, as total catches nearly doubled year-on-year.

Gia Lai province reported strong public investment disbursement in the first quarter of 2026, allocating more than VND 1.763 trillion (about $72 million), equivalent to 12.3% of the Prime Minister’s target and 11.3% of the provincial plan.

Producers in Gia Lai province are accelerating the adoption of science and technology to upgrade the quality, consistency and market reach of products under the “One Commune, One Product” (OCOP) programme, positioning themselves for deeper integration into domestic and international supply chains.

Authorities in Gia Lai province have reaffirmed strong support for businesses as Vietnam rolls out an ambitious plan to develop 1,000 pioneering enterprises by 2030, aimed at driving innovation, productivity and global competitiveness.

Vietnam’s extension of a 2% value-added tax (VAT) reduction, lowering the rate from 10% to 8%, is delivering broad benefits to businesses and consumers, as authorities widen its scope and duration under Government Decree No. 174/2025/NĐ-CP.

Gia Lai province’s agricultural sector is undergoing a marked transformation, as four cooperative products were honored among 50 outstanding entries nationwide at the 2026 Mai An Tiêm Awards, signaling a shift toward standardized, high-value production.

Authorities in Gia Lai province are stepping up efforts to support household businesses in transitioning into formal enterprises under a provincial plan aimed at boosting private sector growth, though conversion rates remain below expectations.

Gia Lai authorities are stepping up efforts to refine policy frameworks and accelerate e-commerce development, as digital trade becomes a central pillar of economic growth.

Vietnam’s tax authorities are rapidly implementing a series of sweeping reforms in 2026 aimed at easing financial burdens on households and businesses, while stimulating production, consumption and overall economic growth.

The Standing Committee of the Gia Lai Provincial Party Committee has approved a VND 190 billion (approximately USD 7.8 million) investment to construct the Đăk Pơ Kơ Bridge, a project deemed critical to restoring transport links and supporting local trade.

The authorities are stepping up efforts to tighten discipline in public investment management, aiming to address persistent inefficiencies and prevent waste across construction projects, officials said.

Gia Lai is accelerating investment in high-tech agriculture, identifying it as a strategic pathway to strengthen food security, boost exports, and adapt to climate and market pressures.

Ia Le commune in Gia Lai province has rapidly positioned itself as an emerging investment destination, surpassing its full-year 2026 target within the first quarter, driven by strong interest in renewable energy and high-tech agriculture projects.

A growing number of young women in Gia Lai province are transforming family-run traditional crafts into modern businesses, leveraging technology, innovation and branding to reach wider markets and strengthen local products.

As markets and consumers increasingly demand food safety certification and transparent production processes, agricultural products must meet stricter technical standards to remain competitive.

The Gia Lai Market Ecosystem Initiative for Farmers (GLIMER), implemented between 2024 and 2025, is emerging as a key driver of change in agricultural production, enabling farmers to improve efficiency, reduce costs and better adapt to climate variability.