Can Tho eyes development of high-tech farming in semi-urban areasVietNamNet Bridge – Can Tho has launched a project to improve the efficiency of advanced farming models in semi-urban areas. Can Tho City has launched a programme to improve high-tech farming models in semi-urban areas. The programme would be implemented mostly in Ninh Kieu and Cai Rang districts, developing nine advanced models. Urban agricultureThe city has boosted investment in urban farming models that provide safe products and higher profits for farmers since the farming area has declined in recent years due to urbanisation. In Binh Thuy District, many households earn good incomes from urban farming, with many in Ba Bo flower village earning VND80-100 million (US$3,500 – 4,400) a year.

Source: VietNamNet News March 24, 2018 08:03 UTC