AN GIANG — Vietnamese mangoes cultivated in the Mekong Delta province of An Giang have recently made significant strides, with exports now reaching Australia, the US, and the Republic of Korea. This achievement signals a promising opportunity for these mangoes to penetrate even more discerning markets. Benefiting from its vast alluvial land, An Giang boasts favorable conditions for agricultural development, which stands as a crucial driver of the local economy. Among its agricultural products, mangoes have emerged as a cornerstone of the province’s agricultural sector. An Giang currently dedicates 19,700 hectares to fruit farming, with mangoes occupying nearly 12,633 hectares and yielding approximately 225,000 tonnes annually.
Key mango farming areas include Cho Moi district, covering 6,400 hectares, and An Phu district, covering 1,800 hectares. Nguyễn Sĩ Lam, Director of the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, affirmed the province’s commitment to supporting local businesses, organizations, and farmers in establishing a robust supply network and fostering a sustainable value chain to meet export demands. To boost export volumes, Lam emphasized the expedited issuance of codes for mango farming areas. An Giang aims to encourage collaboration among businesses in production and sales while promoting collective economic initiatives among farmers. Additionally, efforts will focus on enhancing the efficiency of mango farming cooperatives, particularly those adhering to GlobalGAP standards and operating proficiently.
The province plans to intensify coordination between export processing facilities and cooperatives, directing more processed products to discerning markets like the US and Europe. Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee, Nguyễn Thị Minh Thuy, outlined strategies to bolster mango production through the application of science and technology. Production processes will be revamped to meet safety standards such as VietGAP and GlobalGAP, incorporating biological, organic, and microbial fertilizers. Authorities in An Giang will also heighten supervision and inspection to regulate pesticide residue on mangoes while expanding the issuance of planting area codes. These initiatives aim to ensure the quantity, quality, safety, and traceability of mango products destined for export. — VNS
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