# Vietnam digital transformation and agricultural evolution > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/vietnam-digital-transformation-and-modernization-efforts > Updated: 2026-09-24T10:50:00.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 8. Vietnam is implementing various digital transformation and modernization initiatives across different sectors. In the media and communications landscape, institutions have entered into cooperation agreements to develop a digital media workforce, focusing on training content creators and livestream sellers in practical skills, advertising regulations, and legal compliance. In the agricultural sector, modernization efforts have expanded to include a shift toward an “agricultural economic mindset.” In Phu Tho province, farmers are moving beyond simple yield production to focus on quality, branding, and market demand. This transition utilizes the OCOP program to standardize processes such as raw material selection, food safety, and traceability for products like tea and honey. Regional Farmers’ Unions are also providing vocational training in digital skills, soil improvement, crop productivity, and the use of biological products to establish circular production zones. High-tech adoption is accelerating in provinces like Thanh Hoa. At the Xuan Thien Thanh Hoa 2 livestock farm, AI-integrated camera systems are used for herd monitoring. In Hoang Tien commune, a farm managing over 1,000 pigs utilizes automated feeding, watering, disinfection, and smart lighting systems connected to mobile software for remote management. This automation has reportedly reduced production costs by 7-15% and increased productivity by 10-20% while improving disease control. Digitalization is also expanding into crop cultivation and aquaculture through IoT technology, net houses, drones, and mechanized equipment. Sustainable livestock models are also gaining momentum through circular economy initiatives. In Hue, organic pig farming models that integrate waste processing into fertilizer production have demonstrated economic efficiencies at least 11% higher than traditional methods. Furthering the circular economy, Vietnam is exploring sustainable industrial practices to manage waste in aquaculture and manufacturing. In marine farming, experts suggest that using appropriate industrial feed is a key solution to reduce waste discharge and protect ecosystems in enclosed bays. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-24: Thanh Hoa farmers adopt high-tech solutions to modernize agriculture Farmers in Thanh Hoa, Vietnam, are adopting AI, IoT, and automation to modernize livestock and crop production, reducing costs and increasing productivity. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/thanh-hoa-farmers-adopt-high-tech-solutions-to-modernize-agriculture ### 2026-09-20: Vietnam advances circular economy through waste management Vietnam is advancing circular economy initiatives, focusing on using industrial feed to reduce aquaculture waste and researching the reuse of treated industrial wastewater for production and irrigation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-advances-circular-economy-through-waste-management ### 2026-09-17: Vietnam advances sustainable livestock through circular models and international scientific forums Vietnam is promoting sustainable livestock through circular economy models in Hue and preparing to host the 21st Asia-Australia Animal Production conference in Hanoi in 2026. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-advances-sustainable-animal-husbandry-through-circular-models-and-international-scientific-f ### 2026-09-13: Vietnam focuses on institutional reform and agricultural modernization Vietnam is focusing on institutional reform and the modernization of its agricultural sector to achieve high-income status by 2045, emphasizing the role of intellectuals and high-value agriculture. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-focuses-on-institutional-reform-and-agricultural-modernization ### 2026-09-08: Vietnam aquaculture shifts toward digital and offshore farming Vietnam's aquaculture sector is adopting digital transformation and high-tech automation to transition toward large-scale offshore farming and more efficient, controlled nearshore production. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-aquaculture-shifts-toward-digital-and-offshore-farming ### 2026-09-05: Vietnam shifts toward modern agricultural and digital entrepreneurship Vietnam is seeing a shift toward modern agricultural economics and digital entrepreneurship, with Phu Tho farmers and Hanoi women leveraging technology and branding to expand market reach. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-shifts-toward-modern-agricultural-and-digital-entrepreneurship ### 2026-08-21: Vietnam advances agricultural modernization through digital skills and trade connectivity Vietnam is advancing agricultural modernization through digital skill training for farmers and initiatives to connect producers with markets via cultural branding and improved trade networks. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-advances-agricultural-modernization-through-digital-skills-and-trade-connectivity ### 2026-07-24: Vietnam signs media cooperation deals to boost digital livestream training Vietnamese bodies – Nutifood and the Supreme People’s Procuracy – ink media cooperation deals to train digital livestream personnel and modernise public communication. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/vietnam-signs-media-cooperation-deals-to-boost-digital-livestream-training --- Cite as: Vietnam digital transformation and agricultural evolution. 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