Saltwater intrusion has affected many fruit growing areas in the Mekong Delta as local farmers struggle to secure irrigation water for their orchards.
Category: Viet Nam
Bold action needed to address Vietnam’s air pollution
In 2019, Hanoi had only 8 days with PM2.5 lower than the national standard of 50 micrograms per cubic metre (µg/m3). The air quality in Ho Chi Minh City was not much better, with only 36 days below the standard.
Drought and salt water will be under control by 2030
Nguyễn Văn Tỉnh, director general of the Department of Water Resources, speaks about the Prime Minister’s decision to grant VNĐ500 billion to control salt water intrusion in eight Mekong Delta provinces.
Vietnam has only weeks left to get its wind market back on track
Previously praised for its attractiveness and gusty growth, Vietnam’s wind market now faces a pivotal moment.
Mekong Delta hit by worst drought ever
Drought and saltwater intrusion in rivers are putting great pressure on Vietnam’s agriculture and aquaculture hub, the Mekong Delta.
Đồng Nai wary of water shortage amid salt intrusion
Based on the water availability in their localities, they should switch crops and restructure agriculture and comply with relevant agencies’ recommendations.