Vietnamese Ambassador to the Netherlands Pham Viet Anh works at the International Crop Center. Receiving the Ambassador and the delegation were Mr. Hans Kleijwegt, General Director; Mr. Mark Zwinkels, Director of the International Relations Department of WHC; Mr. Henk van Eijk, President of NVHBP and Ms. Mirjam Boekestijn, coordinator of NVHBP in the Netherlands. At the meeting, Ambassador Pham Viet Anh expressed his desire to continue to be supported by WHC for farming businesses in Vietnam and especially wanted to have a connection for agricultural students from Vietnamese universities. can participate in annual international student exchange programs at the Center, in order to acquire and update knowledge and modern technologies applied to the development of sustainable crop production in Vietnam. Horticulture-horticulture is one of nine industries in the Dutch economic development strategy. The Dutch horticulture industry develops according to the trend of globalization, supplying agricultural products to the world market. As a leading innovator in greenhouse technology, the Dutch horticulture sector plays a leading role in the international market for flowers, ornamental plants, vegetables, bulbs and renewable materials. The Netherlands is the world’s third largest exporter of nutritional crop products and the second largest exporter of agricultural products (after the United States). WHC is a vivid illustration of the integrated thinking, broad and long-term vision of the Netherlands in general and Dutch businesses in particular. The complex is an example of the connection according to the “golden triangle” formula between the Government – research institutions – enterprises. The Government creates conditions and mechanisms but does not provide financial support (according to regulations on fair competition). The research and manufacturing facilities related to farming send here applied research products, which are both learning and research tools and a production tool for commercial products. The center has 3 continuous zones including Education and Training, Research – Development, and Business Cooperation. This place is also a forum to share technology and innovation in the field of greenhouse cultivation. Every year, WHC welcomes about 25,000 international visitors and experts to visit, learn, share experiences, innovate in the horticulture industry and participate in fairs. WHC has a 4-year horticultural vocational school for about 1,200 students, not to mention international student exchange programs in this industry with courses of 3-4 months/year. This is also the place of convergence, display and regular exchange of 130 leading enterprises in the horticulture industry with modern products from automation machines, ventilation systems, water and humidity management systems. , temperature in the greenhouse to products such as plant protection films / nets, light blocking in greenhouses, plant seeds, biological fertilizers… In addition, the center also has a state-of-the-art research facility with 40 laboratories, where different researchers, entrepreneurs and educational institutions conduct research. Ambassador Pham Viet Anh visited some member enterprises of the Netherlands-Vietnam Commercial Horticulture Cooperation Association. The Netherlands-Vietnam Commercial Horticultural Cooperation Association (nvhortiplatform.com), established in December 2019, is a cooperation organization between Dutch and Vietnamese businesses, research institutes, government organizations and organizations. in the field of horticulture. Members build long-term relationships through sharing expertise, technology, resources, and trade promotion to enhance Vietnam’s horticulture industry, and at the same time contribute to access to the European market. Up to now, NVHBP has 10 Gold members, 2 Silver members, 22 Bronze members with many supporting partner agencies and organizations from both Vietnam and the Netherlands. On the Vietnamese side, Thien Dieu Company is both a Gold member and a coordinator for the Vietnamese side of NVHBP. Also during the meeting, NVHBP’s leaders and coordinators updated the projects implemented in Vietnam over the past time. In the context of the complicated situation of the Covid epidemic, the Association still strives to participate and co-organize activities at the Vietnam Academy of Agriculture, the Institute of Fruits and Vegetables, the Institute of Agricultural Sciences, the People’s Committee of Ho Chi Minh City. . Da Nang, Vietnam High Quality Goods Association, Mekong Connect 2020, National conference on processing and developing agricultural products market in Can Tho… Ambassador Pham Viet Anh visited some member enterprises of the Netherlands-Vietnam Commercial Horticulture Cooperation Association. On the same day, the delegation visited the cultivation model of two enterprises that are members of NVHBP including KP Holland Company (kpholland.nl) specializing in human, breeding, production and export of flowers and Onings Holland Company. (onings.com) a family business that has been around for 4 generations, started in 1935, specializing in exporting lily and tulip bulbs. Both enterprises have been present in Vietnam for many years, cooperating and exporting flower bulbs and effectively supporting Vietnamese partners in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Ho Chi Minh, Lam Dong, Sapa… Enterprises assess Vietnam’s strengths in farming are land, natural conditions and labor, and hope to receive the support and companionship of the Embassy to expand cooperation with Vietnamese businesses. next time. Oning’s long-term vision is also to cooperate in growing lilies in Vietnam and export or KP Holland’s wish is for Vietnam to license the import of curcuma flowers, a beautiful flower researched and bred by the company. (according to the Vietnamese Embassy in the Netherlands)

Tourists visit 100 dishes that set national records. On the afternoon of April 27, in Phu Quoc City (Kien Giang), the Center for Culture – Sports and Broadcasting in Phu Quoc City coordinated with the Professional Chefs Association of Phu Quoc City and sponsors to set a national record. 100 delicious dishes using traditional fish sauce Phu Quoc. The event of dishes using traditional Phu Quoc fish sauce – products meeting geographical indications recognized by the European Union in 2012, at the same time, is at the most part of the campaign to stimulate domestic tourism demand of Phu Quoc City and contribute to the development of traditional culinary tourism of Phu Quoc. According to the list of delicious dishes given by the Professional Chef Association of Phu Quoc, 100 of these dishes are made from the main ingredients such as shrimp, fish, squid, chicken, beef, frog, pig … The dish has long been famous in Phu Quoc, always attracts tourists every time they come to “pearl island” such as herring salad, vermicelli, fish cake soup and melaleuca mushroom soup … Mr. Duong Duy Lam Vien, Managing Director, Vietnam Record Organization – VietKings said that these are the specialties of Phu Quoc that will be introduced and promoted by VietKings with the photos. Phu Quoc tourism to domestic and foreign tourists. Mr. Duong Duy Lam Vien gave the decision to set a record. Mr. Pham Buu Viet, Chairman of Phuong Nam Delicious Kitchen, said that this event creates opportunities for organizations, individuals, business units, restaurants, hotels, and culinary clubs across the country. opportunities to exchange, learn and exchange experiences, thereby improving skills and service quality. Mr. Duong Duy Lam Vien, Managing Director of Vietnam Record Organization – VietKings, on behalf of VietWorld, announced his decision to set a global Vietnamese record for the People’s Committee of Phu Quoc City. Previously, Phu Quoc City had an additional national record that was the longest herring salad in Vietnam, contributing to the introduction of Vietnamese cuisine globally.

The delicious dishes using Phu Quoc fish sauce are prepared by professional chefs. Phu Quoc is not only famous as a paradise of tourism and relaxation but also a paradise of cuisine, with fresh seafood and famous fish sauce products that have been preserved for hundreds of years. Setting national records contributes to promoting the specialty brand of Phu Quoc fish sauce with a variety of culinary dishes serving tourists; spread the use of fish sauce products in Vietnamese cuisine, thereby developing traditional culinary tourism of Phu Quoc. Mrs. Ho Kim Lien – President of Phu Quoc Fish Sauce Association said: “Until now, Phu Quoc fish sauce is still sold and served in tourism. With the program of 100 delicious dishes using traditional fish sauce, we want to promote Phu Quoc fish sauce; this product not only stops at the sauce but also becomes a specialty, indigenous cultural heritage of Phu Quoc “. A member of the Vietnam Record organization watched the show 100 delicious dishes. Mr. Ho Dac Thuan – Director of City Center for Culture, Sports and Broadcasting. Phu Quoc said that setting a record this time to propagate to all Phu Quoc people to preserve their local traditions and to preserve Phu Quoc fish sauce products. This is also a program to promote and introduce tourists to Phu Quoc on the occasion of 30/4 – 1/5 to enjoy the special culinary features of Phu Quoc and Vietnam./.

The VDM (Viet Duc High School) – When five different colors converge on the same stage Photos of the five members of The VDM group. Le Son Hoang shared his feelings before the match: “Currently each member of the team is quite nervous and nervous, partly because the rules of this competition are quite new to us, but beside there is also excitement about being able to experience a very unique and new competition. ” Bonjour Eagle (Kim Lien High School) – Strong wingspan like eagles Photos of the five members of the Bonjour Eagle group. Bao Vu shared his feelings before the tournament started: “We are very nervous, mixed with happiness and sad feelings. Happy to be able to experience it, and sad because I don’t know how to do semester exams after coming home from UNO. ” Pictures of the five members of The North Wall. Pictures of five members of the Thanh Xuan Rockers group. Currently, all teams are going to the final days of the preparation process, not only the three teams but all contestants of the “Unique Not Odd 2021” tournament are all waiting to be able to “burn”. do my best on the field. With the confidence and careful preparation of the teams, surely the audience of “Unique Not Odd 2021” will not be disappointed with the bloody Battle Dance matches on April 25 at the Cultural Center – Information & Sports Thanh Xuan. Unique Not Odd 2021 is an opportunity for high school students in Hanoi city to participate in a breakout competition, create their own unique mark and draw new colors. myself on Hiphop painting has always been brilliant and outstanding. Let’s wait and watch the fiery matches at Unique Not Odd 2021. Time and tournament rules: Time: April 25, 2021 Location: Thanh Xuan Culture – Information & Sports Center. Participants: High school students across Hanoi city. Mode of competition: Crew battle 5 VS 5 (Fighting against a 5-member lineup of the same high school). 4 rounds of competition: PRELIM – TOP 8 – TOP 4 – FINAL. Especially : Each round will use UNO function cards to increase the challenge and drama.