Under a recent decision by the Ho Chi Minh People's Committee, seven High-Tech Agricultural Zones will be established with their operational framework approved, marking a significant step in advancing technology-driven and sustainable agricultural development.

The seven zones will cover more than 1,700 ha across key agricultural areas of the southern city. The zones include 2 facilities in Nhuan Duc commune (88.17 ha and 470 ha), and 5 others in Can Gio (89.74 ha), Cu Chi (23.3 ha), An Nhon Tay (470 ha), Binh Gia (383.22 ha), and Phuoc Hoa (203 ha).

The zones are designed to serve as centers for research, development and application of advanced technologies in crop cultivation, livestock farming, aquaculture, forestry, medicinal plants, biotechnology and post-harvest processing.

They will also function as hubs for testing, demonstrating and transferring new technologies, helping accelerate the modernization of agricultural production while improving efficiency and environmental sustainability.

Under the approved regulations, the zones will undertake a wide range of activities, including applied research, pilot production, controlled testing of new technologies and policy initiatives, technology exhibitions, and scientific and technical services. They will also provide agricultural quality testing services, support business incubation and innovation startups, and train highly skilled agricultural workers.

In addition, the zones are expected to attract domestic and international scientists, experts and investors to participate in the development of high-tech agriculture.

Each zone will focus on sectors suited to local conditions. Can Gio will specialize in high-tech aquaculture, Cu Chi will prioritize crop production and post-harvest technologies, An Nhon Tay will focus on high-tech livestock farming, while Binh Gia and Phuoc Hoa will develop crop cultivation, medicinal plants and forestry. Other zones will support a combination of agriculture, aquaculture and biotechnology-related activities.