Vietnam Rice Cooperation – Philippines: Journey Connecting from Ninh Binh Fields to Davao Capital
Ninh Binh – Within the framework of a working visit to Vietnam to tighten agricultural partnerships, day 14 month 5 year 2026, The Philippine high-level delegation led by Mr. Dony had an important working session at Cuong Tan Company Limited. This is one of the leading enterprises in Vietnam in the field of hybrid rice production and business, currently plays the role of economic nucleus in Truc Hung industrial park, belongs to the new Ninh Binh province (merged from Nam Dinh province, Old Ha Nam and Ninh Binh).
Panorama of the meeting between the Philippine delegation and Cuong Tan Company Limited
The meeting not only stopped at visiting the infrastructure but also opened a new chapter in rice cooperation between the two countries., Focus on providing high quality seeds, share farming experiences and create sustainable agricultural value chains.
Cuong Tan: 30 years affirming its position as "Vietnamese Golden Seed"
Welcoming the delegation at headquarters, Mr. Doan Van Sau – Director of Cuong Tan Company Limited – with Mr. Lam Van Chieu – Deputy Director of the company – expressed his honor to welcome friends from the Philippines. In a sincere atmosphere, Mr. Doan Van Sau reviewed the company's journey of nearly three decades of development.
Mr. Doan Van Sau – Director and Mr. Lam Van Chieu – Deputy Director of Cuong Tan Co., Ltd. received the Philippine delegation
Established and started focusing on hybrid rice since year 1997 in the old land of Nam Dinh, Cuong Tan has created historical turning points for Vietnam's agricultural industry. The biggest impression is the acquisition of copyright of the two-line hybrid rice variety TH3-3 from the Vietnam Academy of Agriculture in 2019. 2008 with value up to more 10 billions dong – a record number at the time. Since then, Cuong Tan continuously invests in research, Technology transfer and construction of large-scale seed production areas across the country, from Nghe An, Gia Lai to Dak Lak.
The current, The company's factory in Ninh Binh achieves impressive productivity with an annual output of more than 2.000 tons of rice seeds and more 3.000 tons of high quality commercial rice. With a food safety management system meeting ISO standards 22000:2018, Cuong Tan's products have conquered the most demanding markets in the world.
Mr. Doan Van Sau led the group to visit the factory producing high quality rice seeds and rice
Reaching international level: From Cuba, The United States comes to the "heart" of Europe
During the working session, The Philippine delegation was particularly impressed with Cuong Tan's export capacity. Not only does it stop at ensuring domestic food security, The company has brought Vietnam's "seeds of happiness" to the world.
- Imprint in Cuba: Cuong Tan's CT16 hybrid rice variety has caused a "fever" in this island nation when it reached its productivity 7 – 8 tons / ha, twice as high as traditional local rice varieties. This is the clearest proof of the adaptability of Vietnamese rice varieties to different soil conditions, opens up great cooperation opportunities for countries with similar conditions like the Philippines.
- Conquer the US market: Cuong Tan is one of the few Vietnamese businesses that successfully exported seeds to the US, meets the country's strict quality and quarantine standards.
- Vietnamese green rice flavor in Europe: High quality rice lines, especially Huong Com rice, is present in major supermarkets in Germany, China is always the biggest market, France. Thanks to effectively taking advantage of the EVFTA Agreement, Cuong Tan rice has affirmed its leading position in terms of deliciousness, flexible and food safe in the EU market.
Link model 5 sao: Sustainable livelihood for farmers
At the meeting, Mr. Doan Van Sau shared about the company's core business philosophy: “If farmers are rich, businesses will be strong”. Cuong Tan operates under a closed offtake model, from seed supply, organic fertilizers to guide clean production processes for farmers.
The unique feature of this model is the form of contracted harvesting and buying back the excess rice at market price, Helps farmers feel secure about output, and have more motivation to take care of rice to achieve the highest yield. It is this closely linked model that ensures consistent rice quality, meeting strict export standards while directly improving the lives of thousands of farming households in Ninh Binh and branches nationwide.
Potential for cooperation in Vietnam – Philippines: Towards 2026 and beyond
Mr. Dony, Philippine delegation leader, expressed admiration for Cuong Tan's operating model. He emphasized that the Philippines is currently Vietnam's largest rice import partner, with import plans 3,6 million tons of rice per year 2026. However, The goal of this delegation is not only to trade goods but also to find reliable partners to transfer rice seed technology and experience in agricultural mechanization..
TS. Tran Dang Khoa, Deputy head of the delegation and interpreter, On behalf of the delegation, I would like to express my deep gratitude to the company's leaders: “We see Cuong Tan not only as a rice producer but as an agricultural knowledge center. Comprehensive cooperation between the two sides will help the Philippines improve food independence through high-yield hybrid rice varieties."
The two sides discussed in depth the possibility of importing rice varieties such as CT16 and Huong Com to the Philippines, At the same time, organize expert exchange programs to learn from each other's rice farming experiences. Mr. Dony shared, He felt the sincerity from Mr. Sau and considered this a relationship between "good friends" rather than pure business partners..
Mr. Dony felt the sincerity from Mr. Sau's side and considered this a relationship between "good friends" rather than pure business partners.
Invitation to Davao and a meal imbued with friendship
At the end of the working session, An emotional event took place when Mr. Dony warmly extended an invitation to the Board of Directors of Cuong Tan Co., Ltd. to visit the Philippines in September. 6 next, on the occasion of celebrating the establishment of the state of Davao – The land is known as the "Coconut Capital" but also has huge agricultural potential of the Philippines, especially the rice industry. Mr. Dony affirmed that the Philippines will cover all accommodation costs and looks forward to welcoming Vietnamese friends in his homeland..
To respond to that feeling, Mr. Doan Van Sau and Mr. Lam Van Chieu invited the delegation to an intimate meal at the company. Special thing, The main dish of the meal is Huong Com rice – Specialty rice produced by Cuong Tan and being exported to the EU. The scent of pandan leaves blends with the scent of young rice flakes emanating from a bowl of white rice, The fragrant aroma has made members of the Philippine delegation endlessly praise it.
Before breaking up, Company leaders gave the delegation gifts imbued with cultural and brand identity: Set of professional brand identification brochures, Large bucket hats are associated with the image of hardworking Vietnamese farmers in the sun and wind, and especially bags of special Huong Com rice.. Mr. Doan Van Sau happily accepted the invitation and promised to visit Davao next month to realize cooperation commitments..
Conclude
The visit of the Philippine delegation to Cuong Tan Co., Ltd. on 14/5/2026 closed with smiles and firm handshakes. Go beyond the numbers of output and turnover, This is a testament to the power of trust and the spirit of cooperation and development. Cuong Tan rice seeds from Ninh Binh fields, carrying the enthusiasm of Vietnamese farmers, is ready to sprout and spread its fragrance in the Philippines, contributing to building a sustainable and prosperous Southeast Asian agricultural community.
The moment of farewell was full of affection
Some other pictures from the business trip:
Perform: Thanh Vinh – Deputy Head of Technology Department
VFARM, VITAD PARTICIPATES IN "TREE PLANTATION TET" WITH DNCC GLOBAL
Bright 14/3/2026, Representatives of VFARM High-tech Agricultural Geo-Ecooperative Cooperative and Vietnam Institute of Agricultural Technology Application and Development attended the "Tree Planting Tet" day in Ba Vi – Hanoi and DNCC Global Digital Circular Economy Group Joint Stock Company – part of the project "Economicization of sandalwood agriculture" of DNCC, do TREEBOOM – DNCC's Net Zero climate change and green community is chaired by DNCC.
Panorama of "Tree Planting Festival" hosted by TREBOOM
Come and attend this "Tree Planting Festival"., There are many leading agricultural experts in the Northern region of Vietnam:
- The representative of VFARM Geo-ecological Hi-tech Agricultural Cooperative is Mr. Hy Thanh Trung, Chairman of the Board of Directors. – Manager, Ms. Do Thi Phuong Hien, co-founder and Ms. Vo Thi Thanh Nhan, Vice president.
- The representative of DNCC Global Digital Circular Economy Group Joint Stock Company is Ms. Nguyen Thu Huyen, Business Director.
- The representative of the Vietnam Institute of Agricultural Technology Application and Development is Dr. Pham Dinh Nam, Head of Institute.
- Representing the Vietnam Green Transition Association (VGA) is Associate Professor, Dr. Dang Huy Dong – President of the Association, Former Deputy Minister of Planning and Investment.
- Together with members of VFARM Geo-ecological High-tech Agricultural Cooperative, Specialist of DNCC Global Digital Circular Economy Group Joint Stock Company, Expert at Vietnam Institute of Agricultural Technology Application and Development, Member of Vietnam Green Transformation Association (VGA) and agricultural experts to attend this meaningful holiday.
This year's sandalwood tree planting ceremony is an event marking the Digital Transformation work – Creative innovation & DNCC's Green Growth is also a comprehensive cooperation between a high-tech agricultural cooperative (VFARM) and a Company operating in the field of digital agriculture (DNCC Global) with the Vietnam Institute of Agricultural Technology Application and Development in a guiding role, training on organic agriculture.
The project "Economicization of sandalwood agriculture" is implemented by DNCC with the best efforts and concentration.. The New Year's Tree Planting Festival is a truly meaningful start to a project where everyone joins hands together to complete a humane and economically effective project., of interest to the community.
VFARM delegates, VITAD, DNCC and VGA attend "Tree Planting Festival"
As reported in the previous article, VFARM sponsors the biological product SungWon DX, One type of tree promotion and one type of environmental treatment for DNCC Global to use in this "Tree Planting Festival", with basic irrigation when preparing the soil and watering leaves, water the body 500 sandalwood tree after planting. Together with VITAD, The three parties also agreed to establish a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) This cooperation and terms of cooperation will be discussed for mutual development. The three parties also agreed to establish a Working Group to monitor the growth of sandalwood trees throughout this project.
VIFARM's biological products are used in biomass and watered for sandalwood trees
At “Tree Planting Festival”, Ms. Nguyen Thu Huyen – Business Director of DNCC Global Circular Economy Group Joint Stock Company with Associate Professor Dr. Dang Huy Dong – Chairman of Vietnam Green Transition Association (VGA) had a meaningful meeting. Ms. Huyen hopes that the project "Economicization of sandalwood agriculture" will receive attention and support from VGA, From there, we found a common voice with VGA participating units similar to VFARM, VITAD.
Ms. Nguyen Thu Huyen and Mr. Dang Huy Dong prepare to plant sandalwood trees
Also here, Ms. Nguyen Thu Huyen shared that planting sandalwood trees is long-term, Therefore, it is necessary to plant more intercropping crops to help increase income, improve the lives of Ba Vi farmers, At the same time, contributing to the green transformation of Hanoi Capital, for our country Vietnam. To do that, TREEBOOM and DNCC need support on microbial fertilizers and biological products from VFARM Cooperative as well as training on agricultural techniques from VITAD. VFARM's representative, Mr. Hy Thanh Trung, and VITAD's representative, Dr. Pham Dinh Nam, happily agreed..
Representatives of VFARM and representatives of VITAD took souvenir photos with representatives of TREEBOM
The "Tree Planting Ceremony" took place in a joyful atmosphere, friendly and full of hope for a feasible project to green the country while bringing high economic value.
Some other pictures of the festival.
Perform: Le Ngoc Thanh Vinh – Deputy Head of Technology Department, Vietnam Institute of Agricultural Technology Application and Development (VITAD – AGRI)
The market for agricultural, forestry and fishery products has been opened up, extend
The market for agricultural, forestry and fishery products has been opened up, extend
According to the General Statistics Office, agricultural production in the month 4/2022 focus on taking care of winter-spring crops in northern localities; rice harvest, winter-spring crops and summer-autumn rice cultivation in southern localities.
Breeding in the month 4 is gradually improving after the Covid-19 epidemic is recovered
Livestock production is in recovery, but facing difficulties due to the high price of animal feed. The weather in the month is favorable for planting forests, The area of newly planted forests in the whole country has increased 2,9% compared to the same period last year; timber production reached 1,6 million m3, increase 5,9%.
Besides that, Aquaculture is well developed in both new stocking and product harvesting. The Covid-19 epidemic has been controlled, so the market for agricultural products is consumed, Forest Products, seafood is cleared, extend.
Specifically, about agriculture: As of date 15/4, The whole country can cultivate 2.990,5 thousand hectares of winter-spring rice; can be planted 375,5 thousand hectares of corn; 52,8 thousand hectares of sweet potatoes; 12,6 thousand hectares of soybeans; 110 thousand hectares of peanuts; 584,4 thousand hectares of vegetables.
Buffalo breeding, cow in the month 4 stable development. Estimated by the end of the month 4, total number of pigs increased 5,5% compared with the same time of year 2021; total number of cows increased 1,3%; the total number of buffaloes decreased 1,9%; the total number of poultry increased 2,2%.
As of date 24/4, The whole country no longer has blue ear disease and foot and mouth disease; avian flu is still in 5 local; African swine fever still in 27 Local and outbreak of dermatitis rash still in 4 the locality has not passed 21 day.
Statistical table on agro-forestry production, seafood month 4/2022
About forestry: In month 4, The area of newly concentrated planted forests in the whole country is estimated at 30,3 thousand hectares, increase 2,9% compared to the same period last year. Overall 4 the first month of the year, The area of newly concentrated planted forests in the whole country is estimated at 67,2 thousand hectares, increase 4,1% compared to the same period last year; the number of scattered planted forestry trees reached 34,8 million trees, increase 6,8%; timber production reached 4,7 million m3, increase 4,4%; Firewood production reached 6,2 million ste, increase 0,7%.
Forest damage situation 4 the first month decreased compared to the same period last year. Damaged forest area in the month 4 estimate 118,6 he has, reduction 0,1% compared to the same period last year, include: The burned forest area is 4,3 he has, reduction 77,5%; the area of forest that was cut down is 114,3 he has, increase 14,6%.
Overall 4 the first month of the year 2022, Damaged forest area is 361,8 he has, reduction 25,2% compared to the same period last year, include: The burned forest area is 13,7 he has, reduction 89,8% (the area of forest burned in the same period last year is 134 he has); the area of forest that was cut down is 348,1 he has, reduction 0,4%.
About seafood: Aquatic production per month 4 estimated 736,4 thousand tons, increase 2,6% compared to the same period last year. Inside, aquaculture production reached 380,4 thousand tons, increase 5,8%; Other seafood production is estimated at 356 thousand tons, reduction 0,6%
Overall 4 the first month of the year, aquaculture production is estimated at 2.600 thousand tons, increase 2,2% compared to the same period last year. Inside: Farmed output reached 1.368,4 thousand tons, increase 5,3%; Mining output reached 1.231,6 thousand tons, reduction 1% (sea fishing output reached 1.177,3 thousand tons, reduction 1,1%).
Source: https://nongnghiephuucovn.vn/thi-truong-tieu-thu-nong-lam-va-thuy-san-duoc-khoi-thong-mo-rong
