Shaping Vietnam’s Agricultural Future: Sustainable Growth and Organic Fertilizers

Vietnam’s farming changes fast. Farmers use fewer chemical fertilizers and care for soil health. Global buyers seek organic goods. This change opens doors for new ideas, fresh investments, and teamwork with partners like the Netherlands.

Vietnam’s Dynamic Agricultural Landscape

Vietnam has 8.58 million families who farm. They work 28 million hectares, with 11.34 million for crops. The land’s many climates and terrains help Vietnam lead in rice, coffee, cashew nuts, and black pepper. In 2024, exports hit $62.4 billion USD. Smart farming and quality crops drive this success.

Shift Toward Sustainability and Organic Farming

Farmers now choose eco-friendly methods. By late 2023, organic methods covered 74,540 hectares. About 17,000 farmers and 555 processors joined the effort. The US and EU are the main buyers. The state plans to push organic land to 2.5–3.0% of total farm land by 2030. This shows a strong will for sustainable, high-value farming.

Fertilizer Use and Challenges

Farmers still depend on fertilizers. They use three times more than the world average. The bulk of these are chemicals (75%), while organic ones make up 25%. In 2023, Vietnam imported 11 million tons of fertilizer. China supplies most chemical products. The US, Netherlands, and Belgium help with organic fertilizer like manure granules. Overuse of any fertilizer harms soil by causing degradation, imbalances, acid, and water pollution. In 2024, 96% of fertilizer goes on soil, mainly for field crops.

Transforming the Fertilizer Industry

Vietnam’s fertilizer market was worth $3.55 billion USD in 2025 and may grow to $4.2 billion USD by 2030. Local companies and state firms lead this market. Market change comes from clear rules that push eco-friendly methods, the rising need for organic products, and smart, precise farming. The organic segment may grow at 6.7% yearly from 2025 to 2030, faster than the overall rate of 3.47%. Farmers now favor lower doses and green products.

Government Commitments to Sustainable Fertilization

The government backs change with clear goals. They plan to: • Boost organic fertilizer production by 25% by 2025. • Make 30% of registered fertilizers organic by 2030. • Use organic fertilizers on 50% of crop areas.

Plans like the National Environmental Protection Strategy, the Soil Health and Crop Nutrition Plan, and Decree 109 on Organic Agriculture lead the way. They match world standards and help exports reach the US, EU, and Japan.

Opportunities for the Netherlands

Vietnam’s move to green farming gives Dutch companies new chances. They can: • Sell high-quality organic fertilizers like manure granules. • Share smart ideas on sustainable farming and waste recycling. • Offer training that helps more farmers use green methods.

Dutch skills in making nutrient-efficient fertilizers, caring for soil, and green tech can aid Vietnamese farmers. These methods reduce soil damage and boost long-term farm yields while keeping costs low.

In summary, Vietnam’s farms face change. They must grow more while caring for the land. New rules, expanding organic markets, and global friendships—especially with the Netherlands—help Vietnam lead in green farming. This change builds a strong, lasting future for its farmers.

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