Bitter harvest for Mekong fruit farmers Many fruit farmers in the Mekong Delta have suffered losses this year due to crop failure caused by drought and saltwater intrusion and lower demand for fruits.

Southern fruit farmers plagued by poor harvest, low prices

The southern region is entering the peak harvest season for many fruits like durian, mango, rambutan, avocado, mangosteen, and jackfruit, but farmers are suffering from poor harvests.

Đồng Tháp grants code for 133 fruit-growing areas for export The Đồng Tháp Province Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has granted a production unit code for 133 fruit-growing areas that qualify to produce fruit for export.

Mekong Delta fruit cultivation hit by saltwater intrusion Saltwater intrusion has affected many fruit growing areas in the Cửu Long (Mekong) Delta as farmers struggle to secure irrigation water for their orchards.

VN and China to promote cooperation on trade activities though pandemic: minister

Việt Nam and China, especially Guangxi Province, need to promote cooperation in resuming trade activities during and after the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, according to Minister of Industry and Trade Trần Tuấn Anh.

Enchanting setting and flavours at Lý Club

Lý Club offers quality meal in a beautiful setting.

Banks cut savings rates to ensure lower-interest loans amid Covid-19 epidemic

A number of commercial banks have lowered their interest rates on savings accounts by 0.1-0.4 percentage points in order to offer loans at a lower interest rate to businesses and individuals affected by the Covid-19 outbreak. 

Vietnamese firms urged to tap Africa, Middle East markets

Africa and the Middle East offer opportunities for Việt Nam to boost exports of farm produce with their large demand, especially for fruits and vegetables, according to the Ministry of Industry and Trade.

Cần Thơ rice farmers switch to high-value crops

More rice farmers in Cần Thơ City have switched to other crops or have rotated the cultivation of rice with other crops to increase income and cope with drought.  

Banks provide assistance to businesses affected by epidemic outbreak

In response to the State Bank of Việt Nam’s appeal, a number of credit institutions have announced plans to support businesses affected by the novel coronavirus epidemic.