HBO – Hoa Binh reported total fish output of 958 tonnes in May, of which 150 tonnes from fishing and 808 tonnes from fish farms.
The province has
accelerated the development of cage fish farming across major lakes and
reservoirs since the beginning of this year. It now has 2,700 hectares of water
surface used in aquaculture, with more than 4,700 fish cages and 33 fish farms
and cooperatives.
Its fish output in the
first half of this year was estimated at about 3,880 tonnes, including 818
tonnes from fishing and 3,061 tonnes from fish farms.
Its localities have
continued applying good practices in fish farming, and improving the water
quality of the lakes and reservoirs for aquaculture.
The province has also
strengthened State management of aquatic resources and inspection of the
observation of regulations on aquatic farming and exploitation on Hoa Binh
Reservoir.
The provincial Department
of Agriculture and Rural Development has submitted a plan for implementing a
pilot project on preserving, restoring and developing aquatic resources on Hoa
Binh Reservoir from 2020 – 2022.
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.
