(HBO) – Xa den, a plant scientifically named Celastrus hindsii Benth, is used to treat a number of liver diseases and inflammation, detoxify the body, prevent cancer, and aid cancer treatment. The Yen Tri Agricultural Cooperative in Yen Thuy district has formed a business based on concentrates made from the herb, with their product recognised as a three-star OCOP (One Commune, One Product) goods at the provincial level.
The cooperative’s Xa den concentrate has been recognised as
a three-star OCOP goods at provincial level.
In modern medicine, the concentrate is used to support the
elimination of tumors and the treatment of hepatitis, among others. Aiming to offer consumers best products possible, the
cooperative has been operating a standardised production process to ensure
quality and food safety.
Each 100gr of the traditional medicine is equivalent to 1.5
kg of dried xa den. The black-coloured product with a typical aroma dissolves
quickly in water and is very consumer friendly, with its container being
compact.
The cooperative has also worked to encourage and help local
households to cultivate the valuable herb. The Celastrus hindsii Benth product
has thus far brought about a stable output, helping to improve the lives of
farmers.
Bui Phi Nam, director of the Yen Tri cooperative, said the
business targets sustainable growth and becoming a leading brand of Celastrus
hindsii Benth concentrate in Vietnam. "We are committed to delivering best products and
services to customers," he added.
Each of its 100gr box is sold for 250,000 VND. From the
beginning of the year, the cooperative has sold over 1,000 boxes in Hoa Binh
and many other localities nationwide, including Ho Chi Minh City, Binh Duong,
Gia Lai, Binh Dinh, and Quang Ninh./.
Dao Village’s honey – a product certified with a 3-star OCOP (One Commune One Product) rating by Thong Nhat Agricultural Cooperative in Dao Village (Hoa Binh City) – is highly regarded by consumers for its quality, richness, and variety in packaging. The distinctively sweet taste of Dao Village’s honey leaves a lasting impression on anyone who has tried it.
In alignment with Project No. 07-DA/TU, issued by the Hoa Binh provincial Party Committee on November 1, 2021, Lac Thuy district has actively promoted investment and supported the sustainable development of its industrial and handicraft sectors during the 2021–2025 period. Alongside this, the district has remained committed to preserving and revitalising traditional craft villages.
Located in the northern part of Lac Thuy district, with a temperate climate and fertile soil, Phu Thanh commune has great potential and advantages in growing tea. The long-standing experience, combined with strict adherence to organic farming practices in the tea gardens, ensures that the dried tea products from Phu Thanh and Lac Thuy as a whole are sold out immediately upon production, providing a stable and prosperous life for the local people.
Amid efforts to streamline the administrative apparatus, Hoa Binh province has intensified measures to address challenges in land clearance, resettlement support, and infrastructure investment, aiming to speed up the progress of key projects.
Hoa Binh province has posted an unprecedented economic growth rate of 12.76% in the first quarter of 2025, marking its highest quarterly performance to date and positioning it as the second fastest-growing locality in the country, trailing only Bac Giang province.
Under current regulations, products in the One Commune – One Product (OCOP) programme that are rated three stars or higher must undergo re-evaluation every three months. However, in reality, some of these products fail to consistently meet the required standards, raising concerns about the sustainability of their OCOP certification. This underscores the urgent need for producers to enhance product quality and gradually develop their OCOP products into strong, marketable brands.
