VOV.VN - Vietnam’s agro-forestry-fishery sector posted an estimated US$6.51 billion in export earnings in January, marking a sharp rise of 29.5% compared to the same period last year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment is placing digital transformation and sector-wide data development at the heart of its long-term strategy, aligning its work with Politburo Resolution No. 57-NQ/TW on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation.

The “Vietnamese Agricultural Products – Spreading the Colours of Spring” zone, hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, is a major highlight of the Spring Fair 2026, underscoring the sector’s transition toward green, clean and sustainable production.

VOV.VN - The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment (MoAE) has ordered nationwide measures to tighten food safety controls, stabilise prices and prevent garbage backlogs ahead of the 2026 Lunar New Year (Tet), citing rising consumption and environmental risks during the holiday period.

VOV.VN - Several northern provinces of Vietnam recorded hazardous air quality levels on January 27, prompting authorities to advise residents to limit outdoor activities as fine particulate pollution worsened, according to environmental monitoring agencies.

The Mekong Delta city of Can Tho is seeking to deepen economic cooperation with Dutch partners in smart agriculture, water management, and climate-resilient development, Vice Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Tran Chi Hung said on January 20.

VOV.VN - The Philippines plans to sign an agreement to import an initial 2.5 million tonnes of rice from Vietnam as part of its 2026 procurement strategy.

Vietnamese farm produce and food products have drawn strong interest at Indusfood 2026, Asia’s premier food and beverage tradeshow, which is taking place from January 8–10 at the India Exposition Mart in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh state.

VOV.VN - Cross-border e-commerce is emerging as a powerful “fast track” that enables Vietnamese agricultural products to penetrate the ASEAN market, significantly reducing reliance on traditional intermediaries.

VOV.VN - As Vietnam prepares for the 14th National Party Congress, farmers and agribusinesses in the Southeastern region, the country’s key agricultural hub, are voicing hopes for policy reforms to ease administrative hurdles, improve access to finance and accelerate digital infrastructure.