Enhancing cooperation to develop a sustainable livestock ecosystem

On July 28 in Ho Chi Minh City, a delegation from the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, led by Deputy Minister Phung Duc Tien, held a working session with the Institute of Animal Sciences for Southern Vietnam (under the National Institute of Animal Sciences) to review the outcomes of research and technology transfer activities, and to discuss development orientations for the livestock sector in the coming period.

Dr. Nguyen Huu Tinh, Director of the Institute of Animal Sciences for Southern Vietnam, stated: "During the 2023–2025 period, the Institute is focusing on researching climate-resilient livestock breeds, efficient nutritional solutions, waste treatment technologies, and circular farming models. We see the transfer of technological advances to farmers and enterprises as a core mission to improve productivity, reduce costs, and meet market demands."

According to Dr. Tinh, many of the Institute’s research projects have already been successfully transferred, including biological pig farming models that reduce emissions, make use of by-products as animal feed, and apply microbial products for environmental treatment. Notably, research outcomes on free-range chicken and indigenous duck breeds are being expanded in several provinces across southern Vietnam.

Deputy Minister Phung Duc Tien highly appreciated the role and achievements of the Institute of Animal Sciences for Southern Vietnam in research and technology transfer. He emphasized: "The livestock sector is facing major challenges such as climate change, disease outbreaks, and market pressures. Therefore, a comprehensive transformation is essential, with science and technology as the foundation, especially biotechnology and digital transformation in traceability, epidemiological surveillance, and breeding stock management."

Deputy Minister Tien called on the Institute to strengthen cooperation with other research institutes, universities, businesses, and local authorities to develop a sustainable livestock ecosystem that aligns with consumption trends and international market demands.

As part of the working program, the delegation conducted a field survey at the Institute’s experimental research facility, recognizing the efforts of its scientific team in driving innovation and contributing to the restructuring of the livestock sector toward modernity, sustainability, and efficiency.