The lush green tea hills in Minh Dai commune not only increase forest cover but also create sustainable livelihoods for local people.
To date, the province has a total forest area of over 405,000 hectares. Of this, approximately 26,800 hectares are large timber forests, and over 60,200 hectares have been certified for sustainable management, a figure that demonstrates the professionalism and systematic approach to forestry. Each year, the province plants approximately 17,400 hectares of concentrated forest and 4.2 million scattered trees. Thanks to diligent efforts, the forest cover rate reached 43.37% by 2025, significantly higher than the national average, creating a solid shield against natural disasters and climate change.
Officers from the Xuan Son National Park's forest protection and management team accompany tourists amidst the lush green natural forests to spread the message of sustainable ecosystem protection.
To achieve these solid advancements, the Provincial Party Committee, the Provincial People's Council, and the Provincial People's Committee have consistently and closely monitored and transformed the central government's policies into practical action programs tailored to the local context. Government agencies at all levels, from the province to the grassroots, have proactively implemented a comprehensive range of solutions, overcoming difficulties to protect the existing natural forest area.
The "four on-the-spot" principle in forest fire prevention and control is always strictly implemented, without a moment's negligence. In addition, forest protection contracting policies, especially in protected and special-use forests, have helped people become more closely connected to the forest, considering it as their own flesh and blood.
Inspection and monitoring efforts have also been tightened to prevent acts that harm the lush greenery of the forest. In 2025 alone, the provincial Forest Protection Force conducted nearly 2,000 patrols, traversing the most challenging terrains to protect the forest and its wildlife.
Forest fire prevention and control drills in communes like Van Lang have helped improve practical response capabilities, preventing authorities from being caught off guard in urgent situations. The responsibility of Party committee leaders in forest land management has also been rigorously implemented, with a readiness to revoke projects that violate regulations and restore peace to the forests.
Forest rangers from Tan Son District on patrol, protecting the forest.
When mentioning the forests of Phu Tho province, one cannot fail to mention Xuan Son National Park, considered the green heart with over 15,000 hectares of special-use forest covering the two communes of Xuan Dai and Lai Dong. Amidst the vast wilderness, where the chirping of birds blends with the babbling of streams, the forest protection work of the forest rangers here is even more challenging.
Due to the mountainous terrain, the scattered population, and the hardships faced by the people, the forest rangers must persistently and diligently go to each household to disseminate information and educate them about the law. By 2025, training courses on forest protection will consistently achieve 100% of their targets, helping people understand the value of protecting the ecological environment for sustainable development.
A highlight of current forest management is the strong application of information technology. Specialized software like FRMS has made monitoring forest changes more accurate and timely than ever before. Instead of relying solely on human effort, smartphones and modern devices have become reliable companions for forest rangers on every patrol. The combination of traditional experience and modern technology has created a tight, comprehensive forest protection network, spanning from high mountain peaks to deep valleys.
Cinnamon trees – a "treasure" for the people of Thu Cuc commune.
The economic benefits of forests are becoming increasingly evident, bringing prosperity to many families. The entire province has established over 70 large timber production areas and thousands of hectares of fragrant cinnamon forests, generating forestry production value exceeding 2.8 trillion VND by 2025. Families like that of Mr. Phung Van Luong in Lai Dong commune are shining examples of escaping poverty thanks to forests. With 5.4 hectares of large timber forest, instead of the haphazard harvesting methods of the past, his family has invested systematically following the guidance of the forest rangers. As a result, after each harvesting cycle, his family earns hundreds of millions of VND, opening up a sustainable path for the local community.
In 2026, Phu Tho province continues to set ambitious yet specific goals. The province strives to maintain a stable forest cover rate and plant tens of thousands of hectares of large timber forests and protective forests. The province's vision extends beyond tree planting to include developing forestry in a green and circular economy, closely linked to digital transformation. The development of economic models under the forest canopy, such as medicinal plant cultivation and beekeeping, will also be promoted to generate additional income for the people without harming the ecosystem.
The lush green forests not only bring economic value but also represent the soul and cultural identity of the ancestral land. When humans and nature are in harmony, the green of the forests will endure, serving as a springboard for Phu Tho to soar higher and further on the path of sustainable development and prosperity.
Le Hoang
Source: https://baophutho.vn/sac-xanh-phu-kin-dat-trung-du-250692.htm
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