Anh Ngữ has achieved stable economic development through the production of organic fertilizer.

Upon arriving at Mr. Ngữ's house, we were shown the warehouses located in front of and beside his home. Each warehouse, varying in size, is used for a different stage in the production of organic fertilizers. He explained: "Currently, I produce two types of organic fertilizer: bagged dried cow manure and compost. Both are popular organic fertilizers on the market for improving soil structure and enriching nutrients."

In the warehouse, stacks of organic fertilizer bags are neatly arranged. In another warehouse, piles of finished compost are waiting to be bagged for wholesale customers. This cycle continues steadily; the organic fertilizer business provides both income and joy after Mr. Ngữ's tireless efforts.

Since childhood, Ngữ's eyesight has been weaker than average. By the seventh grade, his vision had deteriorated significantly, and he could no longer recognize written characters, thus cutting short his education.

Later, with the support and encouragement of others in similar situations at the Association of the Blind, Mr. Ngữ gradually overcame his inferiority complex. He confided: “I understand that I am luckier than many people – those who have completely lost their sight. Despite facing difficulties, they still rise up in various professions and become useful members of society. I admire them and use them as motivation to strive not to become a burden to my family.”

Overcoming obstacles, Mr. Ngữ struggled with various jobs to support himself. From fattening buffaloes and cows to raising shrimp, crabs, and fish. He also tried his hand at selling handcrafted products from the Association of the Blind. However, life remained difficult. It wasn't until he gained the trust of many people and became the Chairman of the Association of the Blind in Hương Phong commune that his family's life began to change for the better.

He recounted: “Through accompanying and sharing with visually impaired members, I became involved in the organic fertilizer business. When visiting member families, I noticed that many people needed to buy and use organic fertilizer for growing ornamental plants, vegetables, and fruit trees, but hadn't yet found a suitable source of fertilizer. I thought that my business opportunity had arrived. So, while researching, learning, and experimenting with different methods, I gradually succeeded and expanded the scale to what it is today.”

Lacking experience, he learned; with limited capital, he boldly borrowed from the National Fund for the Central Channel of Organic Fertilizer to purchase raw materials. With his daring spirit and determination, he produced high-quality organic fertilizers that quickly gained recognition and popularity among customers.

Currently, on average, he composts 10 batches of microbial organic fertilizer per year, each batch weighing 15 tons. Each year, after deducting expenses, he earns a profit of over 130 million VND from selling his organic fertilizers. This stable income has helped Mr. Ngữ gradually improve his quality of life and build a happy and prosperous family. Furthermore, he has created seasonal jobs for several local laborers.

Commenting on Mr. Ngữ, Mr. Phan Văn Quốc, Chairman of the Hue City Association of the Blind, said: “As one of the exemplary visually impaired individuals who effectively utilizes loans from the Hue City Association of the Blind, Mr. Nguyễn Văn Ngữ is both a role model in production activities and an enthusiastic contributor to the association's activities in the locality.”

Text and photos: MAI HUẾ