Ba Ria – Vung Tau: Organic pepper production for export

Farmer Mr. Tran Xuan Tho and Mr. Bui Thanh Hung from Vietnam have found success in switching to organic pepper farming, despite initial lower yields. The approach, which avoids toxic chemicals, has proven to be more profitable in the long run and is better for the environment. The Chau Duc District Farmers' Association is promoting organic pepper farming, and a cooperative aims to expand its organic pepper production area. The district also has plans to form more organic production chains and has signed contracts to purchase organic pepper. Other companies are also involved in purchasing dry pepper from farmers.

Source: giatieu.com Choosing a clean production direction Mr. Tran Xuan Tho, a farmer in Son Lap village (Son Binh commune) has been attached to pepper for decades. Thanks to organic farming, 8.5 sao of pepper grown on acacia and cotton trees has brought a stable annual income for his family. In the 2024 pepper crop, Mr. Tho harvested nearly 4 tons of dry pepper. “In the past 3 years, I have switched to organic care, which has reduced investment costs. Although the yield is not high, in return, the pepper plants have grown well and sold for a higher price. Previously, many households used excessive chemicals in traditional farming, which led to many consequences for the environment, the land quickly became barren and affected human health,” said Mr. Tho. Mr. Bui Thanh Hung, in Song Cau village (Nghia Thanh commune) also clearly saw the value and effectiveness of organic pepper cultivation. In the 2024 crop, although affected by prolonged hot weather, the 6-sao pepper garden grew ...