An Vien Commune was established through the merger of the former An Vien and Doi 61 communes (former Trang Bom District), covering a natural area of more than 47.7 sq.km with a population of over 24,100.
At present, An Vien is developing multiple high-value agricultural production models. Notably, the locality has set a clear transformation to elevate sustainable agricultural production chains, while also developing consumer markets for local farm produce.
Promoting technology adoption in production
In recent times, An Vien has actively applied science and technology to agricultural production. Many farmers have adopted advanced techniques in both farming and raising livestock, such as pond-lining for fish farming and automatic water-saving irrigation systems for seedling nurseries. These initiatives have helped maintain steady growth in the local agricultural sector.
One notable example is the shift from traditional earthen ponds to lined ponds for raising fish.
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| High-yield snakehead fish, climbing perch, and fingerling farming model of farmer Le Quang Tuan (Tan Thinh hamlet, An Vien commune). Photo: Hai Quan. |
Le Quang Tuan, a resident of Tan Thinh Hamlet with 8ha of water surface for aquaculture, shared that switching to lined ponds for raising snakehead fish, climbing perch, and fingerlings has yielded returns three to four times higher than that before. His ponds produce two harvests annually, totaling around 130–140 tons of commercial fish, distributed to traders nationwide. By applying proper techniques, as well as optimizing water, fingerlings, and feed at the right time, the model has delivered strong economic benefits.
“I hope local authorities will strengthen linkages and provide further technical support for aquaculture, giving farmers more opportunities for training and conditions to develop the farming.” Tuan said.
Additionally, many local households have diversified their crops and livestock for better profitability. This includes implementing production chains linked to sustainable consumption, ensuring stable market access for farm products, and developing OCOP (One Commune, One Product) items.
A case in point is Nguyen Ngoc Hung, who owns a 3ha cocoa plantation in Hamlet 4. Recognizing the crop’s suitability to the local soil, he shifted from intercropping cocoa with cashew to joining the large-scale cocoa field model. With high market prices and good yields, Hung’s cocoa farm produces around 70 tons per year, earning VND 500–600 million after expenses.
Vu Dinh Trung, Secretary of the Party Committee, Chairman of People’s Council of the An Vien Commune, emphasized that in the 2025–2030 term, the commune will focus on agricultural restructuring suited to local conditions, applying scientific and technological advances, and fostering collective and cooperative economies.
Enhancing value of local farm produce
To promote agriculture in a sustainable manner, An Vien will focus on improving the quality and efficiency of agricultural production in the direction of commercial farming, thereby increasing its contribution to the economic structure.
Do Cong Bo, Vice Chairman of the An Vien Commune People’s Committee, noted that the commune will continue to provide scientific-technical and financial support to farmers, boost productivity, and create high-value products, contributing to driving local economic growth, especially in agriculture and aquaculture.....
By Hai Quan
Translated by Minh Nguyet-Thu Ha
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