10 Apr 2026

Vietnam’s Dak Lak province bets on modern, disease-safe farming

The province is modernizing livestock with disease-safe ecosystems, circular economy models, and high-tech farms aligned with export standards.

Valerie Nguyen

aviNews Asia

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Vietnam’s Dak Lak Province is gradually reshaping its livestock industry to meet rising demands for sustainability, digital transformation, and value enhancement. Instead of simply expanding herd sizes, the province is prioritizing disease safety, environmental responsibility, and compliance with export standards.

This foundation is seen as essential for positioning livestock farming as a major economic sector in the coming years. Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment Phung Duc Tien stressed that livestock must adapt quickly to global trends, particularly emissions reduction and circular economy models.

Applying science and technology, alongside modern management practices, will strengthen productivity, quality, and competitiveness. At the same time, administrative reforms are also underway to ease investment procedures. By creating favorable conditions for businesses and farmers, Dak Lak aims to build a modern livestock and veterinary system capable of deeper integration into international markets.

High-tech farming and circular economy practices

Dak Lak has already seen a shift toward concentrated, technology-driven livestock farming. Enterprises are investing in closed-loop production models that combine efficiency with environmental safeguards. Waste treatment systems regenerate water for reuse, reducing pollution and costs while improving efficiency.

Duck breeding farm

Within this shift, poultry projects are gaining prominence, including a duck breeding project that will produce around 8 million ducklings each year. This project underscores the province’s commitment to diversifying its livestock base and elevating poultry production.

By focusing on biosecurity, feed optimization, and modern breeding techniques, the farm will supply high-quality ducklings to growers across the region, reinforcing Dak Lak’s role in the poultry industry.

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Investment targets and long-term orientation

The province aims to generate USD 1.6 billion in livestock production by 2026. While pig farming remains significant, the duck breeding farm will help drive poultry growth.

New projects will be prioritized in areas with available land and agricultural advantages, while livestock activities in urbanized zones will gradually be scaled back. Streamlined land policies and simplified investment procedures are designed to encourage participation from both domestic and foreign investors.

In the long term, Dak Lak aims to build integrated value chains that connect farming with processing and feed production. This strategy will strengthen sustainability, expand domestic raw material zones, and enhance competitiveness. Together, these measures set the stage for lasting progress and a livestock sector that generates greater economic value for the province.

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