Farmers overcome difficulties and rise out of poverty.

DNO - Having tried many professions without success, Mr. Vo Viet Tu (Go Noi commune) and Mr. Ho Van Tri (Hoa Tien commune) decided to find their own path. One dedicated himself to raising freshwater basa fish, while the other persistently cultivated water lilies. Thanks to their perseverance, they gradually rose to build a stable life.

Mr. Vo Viet Tu (Go Noi commune) currently owns a ^4,000m² water lily garden, with selling prices ranging from 25,000 to 300,000 VND per pot. Photo: HN

From plasterer to "owner" of a water lily garden.

Before venturing into water lily cultivation, 33-year-old Vo Viet Tu's life was tied to the arduous and unstable job of plasterer. In early 2021, with the help and technical support of his father-in-law, he invested in planting his first 100 pots of water lilies. Learning as he went, he gradually accumulated experience and established his new career path.

To date, Mr. Tú has developed two water lily cultivation facilities in Gò Nổi commune and Hòa Xuân ward, with a total area of ​​over 4,000 square ^meters and approximately 6,000 pots, divided into several large ponds.

In particular, he has successfully crossbred many varieties of water lilies from Thailand, Australia, the United States, etc., resulting in vibrant, rare colors that are popular in both domestic and international markets.

On average, he supplies nearly 100 potted flowers to the market each day. The selling price ranges from 25,000 to 300,000 VND per pot, depending on whether it's a common variety or a unique hybrid.

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Mr. Tú's water lilies are sold in flower and plant shops, as well as in villas and resorts. Some hybrid varieties are even ordered by international customers in Thailand, India, and China, who are willing to pay high prices. Thanks to a stable market, after deducting expenses, the model generates an average income of about 200 million VND per year, while also creating jobs for two local workers.

Anh Tú shared: “Water lilies are easy to grow but require patience and meticulous care techniques. I want to turn this traditional hobby into a sustainable livelihood, not only to help my family become stable but also to contribute to spreading the spirit of entrepreneurship in agriculture .”

The turning point from the catfish pond.

Unlike Mr. Tú, Mr. Hồ Văn Trí started his business in his later years. Previously, his family faced hardship, and although he and his wife worked many jobs, they still struggled to make ends meet. Participating in local community organizations gradually changed his mindset and he resolved to find a new path forward.

Mr. Ho Van Tri (Hoa Tien commune) has achieved success with his catfish farming model. Photo: HN

In 2023, he received a 7 million VND loan from the Phu Son 1 Village Intergenerational Self-Help Club to raise snails. However, the model was not effective. Undeterred, in 2024, he borrowed another 10 million VND from the club and switched to raising basa fish. With his innovative approach, utilizing leftover food, after only 12 months, he harvested over 2 tons of fish, selling them for 70 million VND.

Building on his initial success, in 2025, he expanded his farming area to over 2,000 square ^meters , investing in 5,000 fingerlings. Currently, the fish are thriving and are expected to reach 9 tons, bringing in approximately 220 million VND.

According to Mr. Tri, pangasius fish are easy to raise and have low costs thanks to the availability of readily available food sources. After deducting expenses, the profit margin can reach 70-80%.

"I didn't think I was old enough to start a business, but thanks to the support of the association and my perseverance, I found the right path. I'm happy that my family is now more prosperous and we have the means to provide for our children's education and upbringing."

Mr. Tú's water lily cultivation model and Mr. Trí's basa fish farming model not only help their families stabilize their finances but also motivate many farmers to boldly change their production mindset. These effective methods affirm that escaping poverty is not a distant dream if one dares to think, dares to act, and persistently pursues their goals.

Source: https://baodanang.vn/nong-dan-vuot-kho-vuon-len-thoat-ngheo-3303331.html