According to the Department of Statistics of Hoa Binh province, the province's estimated total retail sales in December 2023 is 1,120 billion VND, an increase of 2.35% compared to the same period in 2022. Accumulated for the whole year 2023 is estimated to reach 12,286 billion VND, an increase of 18.35% compared to the same period in 2022.
In general, the market situation in Hoa Binh province is stable, the supply of goods is always guaranteed. Purchasing power in the market has recovered well compared to 2022 and the period affected by the Covid-19 epidemic.
During the Lunar New Year of Giap Thin, the preparation of goods for Tet was actively implemented early by localities and businesses in the province with the Market Stabilization Program. Goods are diverse and abundant, meeting people's needs well. Prices of goods, especially essential items are quite stable.
The provincial Cooperative Union (CPU) has just organized a conference to promote supply and demand outside the province and display the typical cooperative products of Hoa Binh province in Hanoi. There was the attendance of the leaders from the departments, branches, the provincial CPU, and the representatives of the cooperatives from 10 districts and the city. There was also the attendance of Hanoi city’s representatives of the city CPU and 22 enterprises and cooperatives in Hanoi.
The Cao Phong orange has emerged as a shining example of sustainable agricultural development in Hoa Binh province, distinguished as the first and only locally produced agricultural product to receive a geographical indication certification. Renowned for its thin skin, juicy flesh, and delicate sweet flavour, the fruit has won the heart of consumers for years. Local farmers have made their efforts to cultivate environmentally friendly and consumer-safe products, creating a stable and sustainable brand identity.
In recent years, ethnic minority households in the province have embraced forestry and livestock farming as key drivers of income generation. By harnessing the economic potential of forests, these communities have not only improved their livelihoods but also contributed to sustainable development.
Da Bac district is striving to complete land clearance for the Hoa Binh - Moc Chau expressway project in the first quarter of next year. As of the end of November, the district handed over land for just 3 km of the road, from km 24+500 to km 27+500 in Cao Son commune.
Participating in the "Week introducing the products of Hoa Binh Province in 2024” recently held in Hanoi, the product introducing booth of Mo Duc Organic Agricultural Cooperative (Nhan Nghia Commune, Lac Son District) attracted consumers' attention. In addition to the district's outstanding OCOP products, the Cooperative proudly introduced the fresh products made from snails such as snail sausage stuffed with snail shells, and snail sausage stuffed with bamboo tubes... Many diners were particularly impressed with these products, so they not only shopped right at the booth but also contacted to order in large quantities.
Black chicken farming model has changed the lives of vulnerable families in Mong Hoa commune of Hoa Binh city.