Technology Transfer Workshop to Increase the Value of Agricultural Products in Vietnam

The Ministry of Science and Technology of Vietnam and the Provincial People's Committee held a scientific workshop to increase the value of agricultural products and develop circular economy models within the scope of the 2026-2030 socio-economic development program.

During the workshop, proposed solutions such as evaluating coconut husks as biomass fuel, converting durian husks into organic fertilizer and biochar, and sweet potato processing technologies were discussed. Industry representatives such as Luong Quoi Coconut Processing Co., Chanh Thu Fruit Import-Export Co., and Phuoc Thanh IV Production-Trading Co. voiced their current technological needs and the challenges they face.

Associate Professor Dr. Vu Duc Loi, Director of the Vietnam-Korea Institute of Science and Technology (VKIST), stated that technical methods such as pyrolysis and the use of microorganisms can be applied in the processing of durian husks. Dr. Chu Thuc Dat, Deputy Director of the Department of Innovation, announced that a survey lasting until December 15, 2026, is being conducted to determine the technological levels of businesses, and a two-stage support mechanism for technology transfer is planned.