Vegetables used for seasoning are one of the essential ingredients for Uniben's delicious, rich-flavored 3 Miền noodles. To ensure product quality and food safety, all input materials, including vegetables used for seasoning, are strictly controlled and inspected by the company before being processed.
Agricultural engineer Le Thanh Mai (in white) is instructing farmer Nguyen Van Be from Tan Binh commune, Chau Thanh district, Dong Thap province, on how to cultivate coriander according to the VietGAP model, supplying Uniben for the production of seasoning packs for 3 Miền noodles.
In order to proactively ensure the quality of raw materials, and simultaneously contribute to enhancing the production and business efficiency for farmers, Uniben is constructing and deploying a plan to support farmers in implementing the safe and clean vegetable production model in accordance with VietGAP standards.
A representative from Uniben stated that the program aims to develop a clean raw material area, ensuring the quality and food safety for products right from the input. The program, advised and supported by engineers and experts from the Agricultural Promotion Center and the Ho Chi Minh City Agricultural Economy Structure Transformation Consultation and Support Center. At the same time, the company will sign long-term purchasing contracts, facilitating stable output support, helping farmers to sell their products.
The program has been piloted with households growing coriander in Dong Thap, Vinh Long, and chili in Ho Chi Minh City. It is expected that the program will continue to expand to other chili-growing households in Tien Giang, Tay Ninh; onion growers in Hanoi, Hai Duong; galangal in Ha Giang, Lao Cai, Soc Trang, Long An; and mushroom growers in Dong Nai, Vung Tau...
After a strict evaluation process, each selected household and farm supplying vegetables for Uniben will be guided and supervised by agricultural engineers and experts in organizing production according to VietGAP standards. Specifically, these producers will be trained and guided by experts on the safe vegetable production process; supported with technical assistance, and provided with knowledge on the use of plant protection substances. The engineers also help farmers update the list of substances banned in vegetable production; control the quality during production and before harvest; guide and support the VietGAP certification procedures...
Mr. Nguyen Van Be, who lives in Tan Binh commune, Chau Thanh district, Dong Thap province, has participated in Uniben's safe vegetable production program under VietGAP. Mr. Be said that after signing a product procurement contract with the company, he needed to farm more meticulously and responsibly, taking care of fertilization. If he has to spray pesticides to prevent pests and diseases, he must comply with the company's rules as well as the production process and requirements according to the VietGAP model...
Thanks to Uniben for inviting technical staff to provide thorough support and for signing a product purchase contract, I feel very reassured in implementing this program," Mr. Be shared.
Ms. Le Thanh Mai, an agricultural engineer from the Ho Chi Minh City Agricultural Extension Center, commented that Uniben's requirements and support for farmers to implement the VietGAP standard clean vegetable production model ensures product quality right from the beginning. This activity also ensures food safety for consumers, contributes significantly to environmental protection, elevates farmers' awareness, and stabilizes output, enhancing business production efficiency for farmers.
Ms. Bui Thi Ngoc Suong, a farmer in Nhuan Duc Commune, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City, is growing chillies according to the VietGAP model under the guidance of agricultural engineers and Uniben staff (in white). The VietGAP standard chilli product, after harvest, will be purchased by Uniben for the production of 3 Mien spice packs.
Ms. Bui Thi Ngoc Suong, residing in Nhuan Duc Commune, Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City, is also a farmer who has participated in this meaningful program by Uniben. Her family has fully implemented all technical stages in accordance with the procedures and guidance provided by the agricultural engineers invited by Uniben. Every day, her family, together with the staff, monitor the growth and development of the chillies, the progression of pests and diseases, and apply comprehensive prevention measures in line with the company's principles, while also thoroughly maintaining a farm diary as instructed.
"Since implementing the VietGAP model for growing chillies, I feel more secure as both the input and output of the product are guaranteed," Ms. Suong stated.
