Phu Yen urgently sows winter-spring rice

In Muong Tac field, Phu Yen commune, the working atmosphere is bustling, the sound of tilling machines mixed with cheerful laughter. Having just finished planting her family's field, Ms. Vi Thi Huan, in Puoi 1 village, shared: My family has more than 3,000 m² of rice field, since the beginning of July, we have planted J02 and BC15 rice varieties. We are exchanging labor, supporting each other to plant rice to keep up with the schedule. We hope for favorable weather, high rice yield, and good quality.

Farmers in Phu Yen commune urgently change labor to sow and plant in time for the crop.

This year, some households have switched to organic rice production, reducing the use of herbicides and increasing the use of organic fertilizers to improve soil quality and rice quality. This is a suitable direction, aiming for clean, safe products, meeting the increasing needs of consumers.

Farmers in Phu Yen commune use plows to till the land.

Mr. Cam Van Long, Chieng Thuong sub-area, Phu Yen commune, said: His family grows more than 7,000 m² of organic rice, last crop harvested nearly 5 tons of rice, sold at 26,000-30,000 VND/kg, 20-30% higher than the price of traditional rice. Although the care is more difficult, the economic efficiency is higher, the product is safe for consumers.

As a unit accompanying farmers in converting production, Quang Huy Agricultural Service Cooperative is currently implementing the "Phu Yen Rice" model with more than 1,000 participating members. Ms. Cam Thi Ngan, Director of the Cooperative, informed: Households participating in the "Phu Yen Rice" model are trained in techniques, guided in organic farming and use the Phu Yen organic rice certification label. This year's crop, the Cooperative produces more than 130 hectares of organic rice with the main varieties: BC15, J02, Dai Thom 8, with an expected yield of 70-80 quintals/ha.

Puoi 1 village farmers check seedlings ready to plant.

According to the plan, this year's crop, Phu Yen commune farmers strive to plant over 900 hectares of rice, concentrated in villages such as Um, Cuu, Puoi 1, Puoi 2, Chieng Thuong, Chieng Trung. The commune People's Committee coordinates with the Regional Agricultural Technical Center 5 to propagate and guide people to plant concentrated seeds, using high-quality rice varieties such as BC15, J02, TB225, Du Huong 8, Xeng Cu, Nep 97, Ngoc Lam, A Sao... Along with that, apply planting and care techniques suitable to local conditions.

Phu Yen commune officials guide farmers on rice planting techniques and processes.

Mr. Cam Van Duong, Deputy Head of the Economic Department of Phu Yen Commune, said: Up to now, the commune has planted more than 350 hectares of rice, reaching nearly 40% of the plan. The Commune People's Committee directed the villages to complete planting before July 25, 2025, ensuring the crop schedule and avoiding impacts from storms and rains.

In Phu Yen commune, there are more than 16 irrigation works. To promote the effectiveness of the works, the commune guides people to use water economically, take water in rotation, and ensure enough water for the entire area. At the same time, coordinate with the Regional Agricultural Technical Center 5, send technical staff to monitor pests and diseases, weather developments and guide farmers to promptly care for and protect crops, and improve crop yields.

Completing the planting on time, following the process and techniques helps increase the yield and quality of rice grains. Thereby, increasing income and stabilizing the lives of rice farmers in Phu Yen commune.

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