(HBO) – Chi Dao "doi” seed, a staple of Chi Dao commune (Lac Son district), has been given a three-star rating in Hoa Binh province’s One Commune One Product (OCOP) programme. The recognition offers opportunities for the product to reach further, raking in sustainable economic growth for local residents in Muong Be.
Chi
Dao "doi” seed (Lac Son district) has received a three-star recognition of the
province’s OCOP programme. Its package contains label, barcode and traceability
code.
Muong Be is a long-time name of the land
famous for "doi” seed – Chi Dao commune. Over the past 10 years, decade- and
centenary-old "doi” trees situated next to wooden stilt houses have brought
prosperity to people in the remote area.
Since the plant has gained public
attention, local authorities and residents have been doing their best to
promote the product and its brand, as well as help it reach markets nationwide.
The establishment of a cooperative on "doi” seedling supply and agricultural
services in Chi Dao commune was part of the efforts.
Progress has been made since the birth of
the cooperative. It is able to retain quality of the local seed among those
produced in other places. At the same time, members are advised not to opt for
profit at the expense of quality by choosing a prompt but inaccurate processing
method, such as boiling the seed for quicker drying process.
Notably, seedlings of Chi Dao commune have
been known to customers across the country. Chi Dao "doi” trees are being
cultivated in forests of many Central Highland provinces.
The recent recognition is expected to
facilitate the development and value of Chi Dao "doi” tree. To seize the
opportunities, locals need to take the initiative in production and improve
quality product in the competition against other brands in a bid to protect
their own staple.
"Doi” growers in the commune also hope to
receive due attention and support from relevant agencies in terms of training,
application of science-technology, and trade promotions./.
Speaking at a meeting with businesses, investors, and cooperatives on the occasion of the lunar new year, Chairman of the provincial People's Committee Bui Van Khanh affirmed that with the motto of the administration accompanying businesses, Hoa Binh always determines that the success of businesses is also that of the province; and their difficulties and problems are the responsibility of the Party Committees and authorities at all levels. That motto has created a landmark in the development process of the province as well as the local business community.
The Government Office has just issued Notice No. 179/TB-VPCP, dated April 23, 2024, on the conclusions of Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh at his meeting with the Standing Board of the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee on April 13.
Cao Phong district has witnessed signs of economic improvement over the recent past thanks to efforts by local authorities to promote agricultural, industrial, and handicraft development.
On April 26th, the Steering Committee for completing the standards to establish Luong Son town of the province held a conference to evaluate the progress of implementing the standards to establish Luong Son town. Mr. Nguyen Van Toan, the Vice Chairman of the Provincial People's Committee, the Head of the Steering Committee chaired the conference.
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the Dien Bien Phu Victory (May 7, 1954 - 2024), Nguyen Phi Long, alternate member of the Party Central Committee and Secretary of the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee, and other officials of the province and Lac Son district on April 25 visited and presented gifts to local soldiers and pioneering youths who directly engaged in the Dien Bien Phu Campaign.
A delegation from the Fund for Natural Disaster Prevention and Control and the Hero of the People’s Armed Forces Phan Trong Binh Social Work Fund on April 22 had a working session with leaders of Hoa Binh province.