(HBO) - Hoa Binh planned to plant 5,650 ha of concentrated forest in 2020. As of mid-August, it had completed the work on nearly 5,500 ha or over 97 percent of the plan. A number of districts reported significant results such as Kim Boi with 740 ha, Da Bac 720 ha, Lac Thuy 700 ha, and Tan Lac 600 ha.
The Hoa Binh centre for saplings and breeds steps up
cultivation of forest trees in line with locals’ demand.
In addition, the entire province exploited 726.48 ha of concentrated
forest for 49,400 cu.m of wood, 1,100 cu.m of dispersed trees, 454.7 tonnes of
fresh bamboo shoots, 12.4 tonnes of medicinal plants, and 130 kg of honey,
among other products.
Notably, forest rangers have been tasked to guard around the
clock to promptly tackle any problems like related violations and forest fire.
Maximizing local potential and advantages, Yen Tri commune in Yen Thuy district is actively promoting the cultivation of medicinal herbs and turning medicinal herbs into One Commune - One Product (OCOP) products.
Situated at the gateway to the Northwest, Hoa Binh province has a population of over 900,000, including about 540,000 of working age. It is home to 6,000 businesses and production facilities, providing employment for over 100,000 workers. The remaining workforce is engaged in informal jobs, works in enterprises outside the province, or contributes to agro-forestry-fisheries. Additionally, around 3,000 workers are employed abroad.
The Hoa Binh provincial People's Committee has issued Decision No. 2767/QD-UBND announcing the rankings of departments, agencies, districts and Hoa Binh city in the Public Administration Reform Index (PAR) and the Satisfaction Index of Public Administration Services (SIPAS) in 2024.
The cultivation of Dam Xanh fish (Bangana lemassoni), a unique fish species, has seen remarkable growth in Mai Chau district, thanks to its high economic value and effectiveness. Initially concentrated in Van Mai commune, farming has now extended to four other communes, namely Mai Hich, Mai Ha, Chieng Chau, and Son Thuy. These areas benefit from pristine underground water flowing from mountain crevices, providing ideal conditions for raising this specialty fish.
In 2024, the total state budget revenue of Hoa Binh Province is estimated at approximately VND 6,930 billion, achieving 183% of the Government’s target, 126% of the target assigned by the Provincial People's Council, and 145% compared to the same period last year.
In 2024, Hoa Binh province has shown signs of improvement in attracting investment and developing enterprises.
