Hanoi prepares for Lunar New Year with strong agricultural supply chain

The city is boosting production and collaborating with local provinces to ensure a stable supply of safe, high-quality agricultural products while keeping prices steady.

With a population approaching 10 million people and millions of tourists visiting annually, Hanoi ranks among the top three consumers of agricultural products in Vietnam, according to city data. However, despite this high demand, the city's agricultural production satisfies only 20-70 per cent of its needs, depending on the product, requiring imports from other regions and overseas.

To address this gap, Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has formed strong collaborations with 43 cities and provinces across Vietnam. These partnerships have led to the establishment of 977 supply chains involving over 1,130 partners, ensuring a consistent and reliable flow of safe food products, as highlighted in the department's 2024 summary report released at the end of November.

Hanoi Department of Cultivation and Plant Protection has also taken proactive steps to support local farmers. Tailored production scenarios have been developed, considering weather patterns, while officials have been deployed to assist with crop care and offer guidance. Furthermore, pest control measures have been intensified to stabilise production, ensuring that Hanoi’s market will be adequately supplied with high-quality agricultural products in time for the holiday.

In line with these efforts, leaders from the districts of Thuong Tin, Thanh Oai, Dong Anh, and Soc Son shared with VIR that many farms and cooperatives are accelerating the cultivation of short-term crops and the care of livestock and poultry to meet the rising market demand.

Tu Duc Manh, head of the Economic Department of Thuong Tin People's Committee, reported that over 1,300 hectares of winter vegetables have been planted, and the district is also reviewing available farmland to boost production in line with set targets. "Cooperatives and farms are also focusing on investing in product quality. The selected varieties of vegetables, tubers, and fruits all grow quickly, are suitable for the winter weather conditions, and meet food safety standards," said Manh.

In addition, livestock farms are implementing plans to increase numbers of cattle and poultry to ensure a stable supply of meat and eggs during the Lunar New Year holiday. “We’ve strengthened breeding and upgraded our facilities. We expect a 15-20 per cent increase in egg and chicken production compared to last year to meet the higher market demand,” Nguyen Van Hoa, a poultry farm owner in Thuong Tin district told VIR.

Thuong Tin district has also partnered with specialised agencies to offer training on crop cultivation and livestock disease prevention. The district is ensuring that irrigation and transportation systems are maintained to avoid disruptions in the supply chain.

In Dong Anh district, clean vegetable cooperatives are increasing production of popular leafy greens and root vegetables, such as spinach, carrots, and turnips. Some farms are incorporating high-tech farming techniques to improve yields and product quality.

Hanoi Agriculture Department inspected safe vegetable production in Me Linh district. Photo: baodautu.vn

To meet the heightened consumer demand before, during, and after the 2025 Lunar New Year holiday, Hanoi People's Committee issued a plan on October 29 to balance supply and demand. This plan focuses on organising regional linkages, promoting collaboration, and fostering connections between Hanoi and other provinces and cities in the trade and industry sectors. Furthermore, the city is establishing a stable and reliable supply of goods to ensure the market remains well-supplied throughout the holiday season.

According to Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, comprehensive production scenarios have been carefully planned well in advance to meet the upcoming demand. The department has worked in close collaboration with Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade to accurately forecast market needs and efficiently coordinate the distribution of goods.

Hanoi is also enforcing stringent food safety standards, emphasising traceability to guarantee the quality and origin of all goods. In addition, the city is offering strong support to businesses in logistics, circulation, and distribution, ensuring smooth operations throughout the supply chain.

"With proactive efforts in production, linkage, and market regulation, I believe that this Lunar New Year, Hanoi will ensure a full supply of safe and high-quality agricultural products to the capital's residents," said Nguyen Xuan Dai, director of Hanoi Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Hanoi to address public investment disbursement bottlenecks in 2025 Building on the successes of 2024, Hanoi enters 2025 with a clear vision for the new era, aiming for a state budget exceeding $21.04 billion, along with a strong determination to resolve the bottlenecks in public investment disbursement.

Hanoi strengthens price stabilisation measures at year-end Deputy Chairman of Hanoi People's Committee Ha Minh Hai has approved a plan to strengthen price management and stabilisation measures in the capital during the final month of 2024.

Thousands flock to Hanoi for craft festival The third Hanoi Agricultural and Craft Village Products Festival, held from November 29 to December 3, attracted over 60,000 visitors, providing a vibrant platform to showcase the city’s agricultural achievements, traditional crafts, and commitment to sustainable development while promoting local products