Banana crops in the central province of Quang Tri have been harmed by a group of monkeys in recent days. According Ho Thi Xuan in Lao Bao Town, Huong Hoa District, said around 50 monkeys had congregated at her banana garden, damaging up to 350 banana trees. A banana tree harmed by the monkeys The forest management board of the district said that each monkey weighs 5-10 kilos. They often appear in Huong Phung Commune area from 10 am to 4 pm. The board called on local people to tighten control over their banana gardens from monkeys, and not trap the animals. At present, people have put dummies near banana crops to scare off the monkeys. Farmers in Ninh Thuan Province previously complained about being attacked by wild monkeys that had been destroying their vineyards. … [Read more...] about Banana crops in Quang Tri damaged by monkeys
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Quang Nam win at home, Quang Ninh tie 3-3 with Hai Phong
The Ho Chi Minh City team had been gradually finding their form before the break with two consecutive wins, lifting them to 11th place in the table. Coach Toshiya Miura's side were quite confident in the run up to playing at Tam Ky stadium against hosts Quang Nam FC yesterday. However, the home team were also determined to get three points and launched attacks right from the beginning and offered a constant threat to the visiting team. Their efforts were rewarded with the opener in the 19th minute thanks to a finish from the edge of the box by foreign striker Douglas Tardin. The home side's dominance continued in the second half, but in the 62nd minute they conceded the equaliser, scored by Ho Chi Minh City’s Chaves Santos. Quang Nam stepped up their attacks and ten minutes later, they were back in the lead as Warley Oliveira tucked home from close range to make it 2 - 1 for the home team. The victory spelled the end of Quang Nam’s run of seven games without defeat. * The … [Read more...] about Quang Nam win at home, Quang Ninh tie 3-3 with Hai Phong
Quang Binh Cave Festival 2017 set to open Friday
Traveler's Guide Quang Binh Cave Festival 2017 set to open Friday The Saigon Times Daily Wednesday, Jun 14, 2017,22:28 (GMT+7) Quang Binh Cave Festival 2017 set to open FridayThe Saigon Times Daily Son Doong Cave in Quang Binh Province receives sunlight from a giant sky well in this file photo. Son Doong Cave will be given recognition as the world’s largest natural cave by the World Record Association and World Records Union on the opening night of Quang Binh Cave Festival 2017 - PHOTO: NGUYEN TAM Quang Binh Cave Festival 2017 will take place from June 16 to 25, featuring a wide range of cultural and artistic activities in an effort to promote the potentials and strengths of Quang Binh Province, well known for beautiful caves as well as its unique cultural and historical features, local media reports. The opening ceremony of the festival themed “The Kingdom of Caves – Wonder and Legend” will be held at … [Read more...] about Quang Binh Cave Festival 2017 set to open Friday
Quang Ninh develops OCOP products with focus on quality
Illustrative image (Source: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) – The northeastern province of Quang Ninh is developing its own brands through the One Commune One Product (OCOP) programme. The programme was initiated by the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development in 2008, following the model of Japan’s One Village One Product (OVOP) and Thailand’s One Town One Product (OTOP) drives. Quang Ninh was the first locality in Vietnam to implement the programme in 2013. Since then, 180 businesses, cooperatives, and working groups have been established or registered to join the programme, with a total of 210 products and groups of products and services granted the OCOP trademark, including 99 meeting 3-5 star standards. Vice Chairman of the provincial People’s Committee Dang Huy Hau said Quang Ninh wants to, through the programme, leverage on its advantages in natural resources, culture and rural labour for the creation of high-quality products to increase incomes and generate … [Read more...] about Quang Ninh develops OCOP products with focus on quality
Quang Binh offers free Wi-fi at 12 tourist attractions
The Da Nhay beach in Quang BinhAccordingly, the locality will install free Wi-fi at 12 locations this summer, such as Phong Nha - Ke Bang Tourism Center, Da Nhay beach, General Vo Nguyen Giap’s tomb, Hoang Phuc pagoda, Lieu Hanh princess temple, Canh Duong fishing village, Bao Ninh square, Suot Mother statue, and Tam Toa Church war remnants area. The free Wi-fi hot spots will be provided by Viettel Quang Binh, managed and supervised by the Department of Information and Communications. According to Director of the Department of Information and Communications Hoang Viet Hung the installation of high-speed wireless Wi-fi is carried out under the socialization form in order to bring convenience for local people and tourists when visiting eco-tourism and spiritual tourism areas in Quang Binh./. BTA … [Read more...] about Quang Binh offers free Wi-fi at 12 tourist attractions