Ensuring conditions for a successful harvest

Thai Nguyen Agricultural Supplies Joint Stock Company provides a full range of rice and corn seeds and fertilizers to meet the crop production needs of the people.

To achieve high crop yield, fully preparing agricultural materials and ensuring quality is one of the key factors. Mr. Do Xuan Hien, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Thai Nguyen Agricultural Materials Joint Stock Company, shared: Before the production season, we have prepared more than 10,000 tons of various fertilizers and over 100 tons of high-quality rice and corn seeds in warehouses and stores. All are imported from reputable production units, ensuring standards to serve farmers.

Notably, from July 1, 2025, although agricultural supplies are subject to a 5% value-added tax (VAT), the company has coordinated with manufacturers to keep fertilizer prices stable.

“We understand that the price of materials directly affects the production costs of farmers. Therefore, producers have calculated in advance to ensure that the selling price does not increase, supporting farmers in the context of many economic challenges,” - Mr. Hien emphasized. This initiative not only helps farmers reduce the cost burden but also creates conditions for them to confidently invest in the crop.

The transition between spring and summer crops in Thai Nguyen takes place quickly, requiring urgency and flexibility from the people. Mrs. Tran Thi Lam, in Hoc hamlet, Linh Son ward, shared: After finishing the spring rice harvest, my family plowed the fields, turned the stubble upside down and added biological products to increase straw decomposition, limiting the source of pests and diseases for crops. This year's summer crop, my family planted 3 sao of rice. I used tray seedlings to save time and effort. Tray seedlings help the rice plants grow strong and take root quickly.

Ms. Tran Thi Lam, residing in Hoc hamlet, Linh Son ward, inspects the newly planted rice crop.

The application of tray seedling or direct seeding techniques is becoming increasingly popular in Thai Nguyen, especially in communes with favorable farming conditions. Thanks to guidance from agricultural extension officers, farmers have learned how to handle seedlings and care for rice plants in the early stages, helping the rice plants grow and develop well.

This year's crop season sees farmers planting mainly rice varieties such as TH3-3, TH3-5, Syn98, Dai Thom 8, J02, and glutinous rice with yellow flowers… As of July 15th, the entire province has planted over 85% of the area. Thai Nguyen strives to complete the planting plan within July.

In reality, crop production in Thai Nguyen often faces storms and heavy rains, along with the risk of pest and disease outbreaks due to unpredictable weather patterns. The dual task facing farmers and the Department of Agriculture and Environment is not only to plant the required area on schedule but also to proactively implement pest and disease control measures from the very beginning of the season.

Mr. Trieu Duc Nghia, Head of the Department of Cultivation and Plant Protection, Department of Cultivation and Plant Protection of the province, advised: Early season rice is very susceptible to leaf blight disease during the heading and flowering stages. Therefore, farmers should not plant rice varieties that were infected with leaf blight disease in the previous crop; especially need to apply balanced fertilizer, not too much nitrogen to limit the harmful development of the disease. In addition, pests such as brown planthoppers, stem borers, and leaf blast are also at risk of outbreak if not controlled promptly.

To address this, the Department of Agriculture and Environment advises farmers to regularly inspect their fields, especially during the tillering and flowering stages of rice, to detect early signs of abnormalities and spray pesticides promptly.

In addition, people need to pay attention to using pesticides properly, following the "4 rights" principle (right drug, right dose, right time, right way). The abuse of chemical pesticides not only causes costs but also increases the risk of pesticide resistance in pests, long-term effects on the environment and health.

The 2025 crop season is taking place in a bustling working atmosphere, with careful preparation and determination of the people. Although there are many challenges from unfavorable weather and the risk of pests and diseases, the companionship of functional agencies and businesses is adding motivation for farmers to have confidence in a productive crop, contributing to affirming the position of Thai Nguyen agriculture in the socio-economic development picture of the province.

Source: https://baothainguyen.vn/kinh-te/202507/bao-dam-cac-dieu-kien-de-vu-mua-thang-loi-42a1db7/