6 June, 2026
Chi Minh Rice Worm: The Symphony of Heaven and Earth and the Desire to Reach Out to the World
Day 6 month 6 year 2026, in Chi Minh commune, a bright sunny day, The atmosphere in the riverside land is more bustling than ever. Event "Organic Rice Festival and trade promotion of agricultural products, OCOP products” is not simply a trade promotion event, but it is a festival of gratitude, the inheritance and pride of a farming community that is pioneering the trend of sustainable green agriculture.
"Heaven's fortune" from the "heavenly" mindset
The story of Chi Minh rice worm does not start with modern machinery, which starts from listening to the voice of nature. Worm – The creature is known as the "earth dragon", Extremely sensitive to chemicals and environmental pollution. Before, Worms are only considered "heaven's blessings" bestowed by water. But the people of Chi Minh did not stop there. They have turned traditional rice fields into a circular ecosystem, where the worm and the rice plant live in symbiosis, grow up together.
This transformation is deeply historical. The video at the beginning of the program recalled the difficult early days. Chi Minh people recall Mr. Tran Van Quan's enthusiasm – Vice Chairman of the City People's Committee, who was still the Director of Hai Duong Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (old) had a breakthrough initiative: Construction of Oak Culvert. It is the regulation of river water from outside the dike into the fields that has created miraculous changes, transforming difficult-to-cultivate land into organic production areas of up to now large scale 1700 rich hectares, of which Chi Minh commune alone has it 478 hectares of rice production combined with sandworm exploitation, plow, annual supply of approx 2.400 tons of organic and magnetic rice 500 – 600 tons of worms, commercial fish. Average revenue reached from 500 – 600 million dong / ha / year, Profits from 350 – 450 million dong / ha / year, many times higher than traditional rice production. This ecosystem creates a sustainable, "natural" agricultural whole.
Panorama of the Hall "Rice Festival"
A festival of connection and like-minded souls
Day event 6/6/2026 is the convergence point for managers, scientists and farmers. Mr. Nguyen Hong Son – Director of Vietnam Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Mr. Nguyen Quang Phuc – Standing member, Head of the Propaganda and Mass Mobilization Department of Hai Phong City Party Committee, Mr. Tran Van Quan – Member of the City Party Executive Committee, Vice Chairman of Hai Phong City People's Committee, Ms. Luong Thi Kiem – Deputy Director of Hai Phong City Department of Agriculture and Environment, Mr. Duong Ha Hai – Party Committee Secretary, Chairman of Chi Minh Commune People's Committee, Ms. Bui Thi Hanh Hieu – General Director of Bao Minh Agricultural Product Processing Business Joint Stock Company and local leaders were present to witness the results after many years of hard work..
Delegates attending the "Rice Festival"
Ms. Luong Thi Kiem, on behalf of the agricultural sector, expressed her deep gratitude to farmers. She said: “The Chi Minh rice brand meets OCOP standards 5 why isn't it a gift falling from the sky?, it is the result of sweat, effort and especially the kindness of Chi Minh farmers for daring to say no to chemicals, accept rigorous farming processes to retain the purity of rice grains.”
Ms. Luong Thi Kiem gave the opening speech "Rice Festival Day"
When business is your companion
One of the most important highlights of the festival is the appearance of Bao Minh Agricultural Product Processing Joint Stock Company. Ms. Bui Thi Hanh Hieu – General Director of the Company, in his speech, did not call people "partners", she calls them friends, "artists" in the fields. Her family has been farming for four generations, rice and sandworm exploitation. Bao Minh directly links with farmers in brackish river alluvial areas such as and worm fields in Hai Phong with "Link model 7 home": State – Scientist – Production organizer – Farmer – Bank – Retailer – Communication house to manage the process from field to table; Commit 3 NOT in procurement: Enterprises sign directly with cooperatives and farmer households right from the beginning of the season, Don't buy through intermediaries, Purchasing at stable prices and absolutely controlling the quality of input rice. The implementation of the EVFTA Agreement will help improve the export competitiveness of Vietnamese agricultural products in difficult markets of the EU. main product line: ST25 rice from rice fields (premium type or organic Queen Rice line); Organic farming process (The worm is very sensitive to chemicals. Therefore, Rice growing areas absolutely do not use pesticides, chemical fertilizers or stimulants). The land is "plowed" by sandworms., Creates natural porosity. Due to absorbing essence from a special symbiotic environment, Rice grains contain exceptionally high nutritional content (Vitamin A, B1, B6, B12, Omega 3-6-9…). Bao Minh also applies "Fresh rice" philosophy by the method "Sell wherever, grind there". Bao Minh periodically accompanies the organization “Ruoi Field Festival / Organic Rice Festival" in Hai Phong. This is an ecological cultural festival to honor decent agriculture, Organize rice harvesting competitions, catch a trap, and cooking to promote the "Pearl of Heaven" held today. Bao Minh has it Large distribution channels, present at more 8.000 Points of sale nationwide and online shopping channels.
Ms. Bui Thi Hanh Hieu thanked Chi Minh farmers and local leaders
Bao Minh not only acts as a sponsor but also as an "extended arm" to bring Chi Minh agricultural products to large markets.. The signing ceremony of product consumption cooperation between leaders of Chi Minh commune and Bao Minh is proof of a sustainable future.. “We come here by appreciating the value that people have created. Bao Minh pledges to accompany farmers, making rice not only a local specialty but also a source of pride on international shelves.", Ms. Hanh Hieu affirmed.
Product consumption cooperation signing ceremony between leaders of Chi Minh commune and Bao Minh
Countryside breath – From competitions to banquets
To bring a friendly and close atmosphere, The festival held folk contests. Images of farmers with bright smiles participating “Traditional cooking contest”, “Rice Harvesting Competition” hay “Prank joke contest” made the festival space come alive. Dishes made from worms such as worm cakes, braised worms in a clay pot or fragrant rice worms – All are made from clean ingredients right in the countryside, really conquered the delegates.
Traditional cooking contest
After an intimate meal, The delegation went on a field trip together. Walk among the green rice fields, see with your own eyes healthy worms under the mud, I now understand why this product is so precious.
Conquer the most demanding market in the world
Mr. Nguyen Van Tuan – The Director of New Generation Agriculture Joint Stock Company is a typical example of new-age agricultural thinking. He said, The road to bring Chi Minh rice to the world is not paved with roses. From the early days of tinkering, now, He has closely linked with Bao Minh to export thousands of tons of organic rice to the EU market – The market is famous for the most stringent standards in the world.
“When Chi Minh rice was labeled organic at major supermarkets in Europe, I know I have succeeded. Not a profitable success, but success when affirming the brand of Vietnamese farmers", Mr. Tuan confided. His story is also an affirmation about the future: Vietnamese agricultural products are completely capable of conquering the most demanding customers if we follow the right path of sustainable agriculture.
Towards a sustainable future
The rice festival in Chi Minh commune has ended, But its echoes will still spread. With close guidance from the government, support from experts, the companionship of businesses like Bao Minh and the determination of farmers like Mr. Tuan, Mr. Luan (New Generation Agriculture Joint Stock Company), Mr. Trung (Hai Au Viet Investment Joint Stock Company – The unit owns the Kien Quoc Rice and Tet Vua Rice brands)... is not only an agricultural landmark but is becoming a symbol of the transformation of Vietnam's new rural areas.
Chi Minh rice worm is not just rice grains, It is the symphony of heaven and earth, river silt and the desire to reach the world. The road ahead still has many challenges, but with a solid foundation today, We have the right to believe in a bright future for the "specialty" land 5 this "star"..
Some impressive images at "Rice Festival"
Perform: Thanh Vinh, Deputy Head of Communications VITAD-AGRI
