• Smart agricultural farming models
  • Launching pilot program of smart agricultural management software

Technology goes into every rice field and shrimp pond

Ca Mau is one of the leading localities in applying high technology to agricultural production. Many specialized software and databases have been built to serve water resource management, weather and pest warnings, as well as applying remote control devices in rice and vegetable cultivation.

Using a rice seeding machine in clumps helps farmers in the shrimp-rice conversion area reduce labor days and production costs right at the beginning of the season.

The most prominent is the shrimp industry. From a farming model that depends on the weather, most farmers have now applied advanced processes, with automatic feeding systems, water monitoring machines, oxygen generators... Thanks to that, shrimp output has increased sharply: if in 2020, Ca Mau shrimp output reached 200,000 tons, by the end of 2024 it will have increased to 252,000 tons.

In Bac Lieu , this figure is even more impressive, from 200,000 tons in 2020 to more than 313,000 tons in 2024. These advances show that the application of digital technology has opened up new development space, affirming the position of the shrimp industry in the region's economic development strategy.

Mechanization in agricultural production helps farmers harvest crops quickly and conveniently.

Mr. Nguyen Minh Duong (Dong Hung hamlet, Hung My commune) shared: “Currently, the shrimp farming process has been improved and applied a lot of science and technology. From automatic feeding systems, water source monitoring machines, environmental control, oxygen generation systems... helping us shrimp farmers solve many problems that we could not do before. Thanks to that, the shrimp farming output has continuously increased every year, helping shrimp farmers have a stable income.”

Not only shrimp, rice is also changing. Many fields have “no human footprints” as farmers use smartphones to manage their fields, monitor insect density and determine the right time to spray pesticides. Mr. Le Ngoc Canh (Binh Le Hamlet, Vinh Phuoc Commune) excitedly said: “Before, farming was hard work, many steps took all day. Now with the support of machines, the work is quick, losses are reduced, and economic efficiency is obvious.”

Farmers in Vinh Phuoc commune use remote-controlled aircraft to take care of rice.

In livestock farming, digital technology is also widely applied: attaching chips to monitor livestock health, controlling temperature, drinking water, automatic feeding, using software to manage livestock productivity... Thanks to that, the traditional livestock farming model is gradually being reshaped in a more sustainable and modern direction.

Need to accompany farmers

Digital transformation in agriculture is an inevitable trend. But to be successful, farmers must be supported with both knowledge and resources. Young, knowledgeable farmers are increasingly attached to their fields and are the fastest to access and apply technology. However, they still need more capital and experience to invest in modern equipment.

Shrimp farmers in Hoa Binh commune use specialized equipment to measure the water environment of shrimp ponds.

Mr. Ho Van Trinh (Le Giao hamlet, Bien Bach commune) frankly said: “We can apply technology, but the difficulty is that the product output is not stable. If the State supports promotion, market connection, and brand building, farmers will truly feel secure.”

Therefore, along with technology transfer, the agricultural sector needs to strengthen propaganda, organize training, and help farmers raise awareness of digital transformation. At the same time, focus on supporting the development of smart, organic, high-tech agricultural production models; promote bringing agricultural products to e-commerce platforms. When farmers know how to use online platforms proficiently, "the market will come to the garden", goods can connect directly to consumers without going through many intermediaries.

Application of environmental monitoring technology in super-intensive shrimp farming.

For digital transformation to take place in practice, the role of cooperatives and enterprises is extremely important. In reality, agricultural products in the market are increasingly competitive, from design, packaging to traceability. To survive, cooperatives must innovate their methods of operation and apply technology throughout the entire production and consumption chain.

During a visit to the Doan Ket Clean Vegetable Cooperative (Hiep Thanh Ward), Comrade Huynh Quoc Viet, Alternate Member of the Party Central Committee, Standing Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee emphasized: “If the cooperative wants to develop, its products must keep up with the market, which means boldly applying science and technology, high technology, and digital transformation. At the same time, it is necessary to promote e-commerce, traceability, and ensure food safety to reach more customers.”

Farmers check automatic planthopper monitors placed in rice fields in Vinh My commune.

It can be affirmed that the application of digital technology not only improves production efficiency but also fundamentally changes the way of thinking about farming. Digital transformation helps to form large specialized areas, expand markets, promote brand building and develop sustainable agricultural products.

With the support of the government, the innovation of businesses and the proactive learning of farmers, digital agriculture in Ca Mau is opening up a new development space - modern, smart and integrated.

Nguyen Linh

Source: https://baocamau.vn/nong-nghiep-so-kien-tao-khong-gian-phat-trien-ben-vung-a121817.html