VNCPC Surveys Agricultural By-Product Value Chains in Three Key Regions

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Within the framework of the contract “Consultancy to conduct research on agricultural by-product value chains for transforming agricultural by-products into eco-products in the Northwest, Central Highlands and Mekong Delta regions”, Vietnam Cleaner Production Centre Co., Ltd. (VNCPC) carried out field survey activities in three key regions of Vietnam.

The survey activities were conducted to collect practical information on the current status of generation, collection, preliminary processing, use and commercialization of agricultural by-products such as rice straw, rice husk, cassava by-products, coffee husks and grounds, coconut fiber and many other biomass sources. This is an important basis for assessing the potential to develop value chains that transform agricultural by-products into eco-products in a circular, low-emission and environmentally friendly manner.

During the survey process, VNCPC’s team of experts worked directly with enterprises engaged in utilizing agricultural by-products to create value-added products. The survey focused on raw material procurement and supply capacity, operating scale, processing and preliminary processing technologies, storage conditions, the ability to meet raw material quality requirements, as well as investment needs and challenges related to markets, finance, certification and scaling up production.

VNCPC worked directly with enterprises engaged in utilizing agricultural by-products to create value-added products.

Initial survey results show that Vietnam has great potential to develop agricultural by-product value chains into eco-products and circular materials. Many enterprises have begun applying technologies and innovative production models to effectively utilize agricultural by-product sources, contributing to waste reduction and the creation of new economic value.

Vietnam has great potential to develop agricultural by-product value chains into eco-products and circular materials.

However, effectively harnessing this potential still requires close coordination among raw material suppliers, manufacturing enterprises, innovation entities and stakeholders across the value chain. Some key challenges identified include the seasonal nature of raw material sources, fragmented supply chains, limited market linkages and difficulties in accessing financial resources for investment in production expansion.

Some key challenges identified include the seasonal nature of raw material sources, fragmented supply chains and difficulties in accessing financial resources for investment in production expansion

Through the field survey activities, VNCPC will continue to synthesize and analyze data to develop an overview of agricultural by-product supply sources, actors in the value chain, capacity gaps and the support needs of enterprises. The research results will serve as a basis for finalizing the project design, identifying appropriate objectives and proposing solutions to promote the development of eco-product value chains from agricultural by-products in Vietnam.

Eco-products made from agricultural by-products are highly diverse and abundant.

This activity also contributes to promoting circular economy models in agriculture, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, limiting environmental pollution from agricultural by-products and creating additional livelihood opportunities, while enhancing economic value for enterprises, cooperatives and local communities.

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Driving Green Transition in the Textile Sector: Eco-innovation as a Key Solution

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Amid increasing pressure from global markets regarding sustainability and chemical management, the training workshop “Eco-innovation in the Vietnamese Textile Sector” was held on March 20, 2026, at Andonis Hotel (Hanoi), opening up new pathways for enterprises in their green transition journey.

The workshop was co-organized by the Center for Environmental Technology (ENTEC), the Vietnam National Cleaner Production Centre (VNCPC), and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), under a project funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF). The project aims to reduce the use and release of chemicals of concern (CoCs), particularly persistent organic pollutants (POPs), in the textile sector.

Participants at the workshop are taking a group photo.

The event attracted a wide range of participants, including national and international experts, representatives from research institutions, textile enterprises, and media agencies. It served not only as a platform for information sharing but also as a forum for dialogue, experience exchange, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders across the textile value chain.

In his opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pham Van Loi, Project Director, emphasized that eco-innovation not only helps enterprises comply with environmental regulations but also serves as a key driver for enhancing competitiveness in international markets.

During the workshop, experts from UNEP, the Institute of Meteorology, Hydrology and Environment and Marine Sciences (IMHEMS), ENTEC, and VNCPC delivered insightful presentations on environmental regulations and chemical safety, chemical management practices in the textile industry, eco-innovation approaches, and successful case studies in Vietnam.

A key highlight of the workshop was the introduction of the Eco-innovation Pilot Programme for textile enterprises. The programme offers free-of-charge consulting, training, and technical support to help businesses develop sustainable business strategies, optimize production costs, reduce environmental impacts, and access green finance opportunities, while ensuring full confidentiality of enterprise data.

Through comprehensive support activities, the programme is expected to significantly accelerate the green transition of Vietnam’s textile sector, contributing to reduced hazardous chemical emissions, improved resource efficiency, and better compliance with international environmental standards.

The workshop concluded with strong expectations for enhanced collaboration and new partnership opportunities, contributing to the development of a greener, more sustainable, and more competitive textile industry in Vietnam.

Some photos from the workshop

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Training Workshop on “Eco-Innovation in the Vietnam Textile sector”

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To support textile enterprises in strengthening chemical management capacity and promoting eco-innovation throughout the value chain, the Vietnam Cleaner Production Centre Co.Ltd. (VNCPC) and the Environmental Technology Centre (ENTEC), in collaboration with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), will organize a training workshop entitled “Eco-Innovation in the Vietnam Textile sector” in Hanoi on March 20, 2026.

The workshop is implemented under the project “Piloting Eco-Innovation in Viet Nam”, which aims to reduce the use and release of Chemicals of Concern (CoCs), including Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs), in the textile sector. This initiative serves as a practical effort to assist enterprises in adapting to increasingly stringent environmental and chemical management requirements in both domestic and international markets.

The training workshop will be held in Hanoi on March 20, 2026.

The program will focus on updating participants on current regulations related to chemical management; enhancing transparency and chemical data traceability across the entire value chain; and introducing eco-innovation approaches along with support mechanisms to help enterprises transition toward more sustainable business models. Through this workshop, participating companies are expected to strengthen regulatory compliance, meet export market requirements, and improve their competitiveness in the context of an accelerating green transition.

The workshop also aims to raise awareness of the opportunities associated with eco-innovation, support the development and refinement of pilot implementation plans, and foster commitments from relevant stakeholders involved in the project.

Workshop Information

Time: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, Friday, March 20, 2026
Venue: Andonis Hotel, No. 55 Quang Trung Street, Nguyen Du Ward, Hanoi
Language: Vietnamese

Interested enterprises and organizations are kindly invited to register at:
https://vncpc.org/dang-ky-hoi-thao-doi-moi-sinh-thai/
(Registration deadline: March 17, 2026)

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Contact Information

Ms. Tran Thi Ngoc Mai
Tel: +84 97 275 2271
Email: [email protected]

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