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| Tran Huu Tri with the Farmstay model |
Since his time as a student at the University of Economics in Da Nang, Tri had nurtured a dream of fresh agriculture. Back then, he had already started persuading his family to stop using herbicides and to gradually switch to organic farming methods. “Only when the soil is clean can the plants be healthy and people stay well,” Tri shared about his motivation to change his family’s farming mindset.
After graduating and working for a while in Da Nang, in 2020, Tri decided to return to his family’s 3-hectare hilly land to start his venture. On this land, he developed a traditional organic farming model, minimizing chemical interventions in both soil and crops. Thanks to his perseverance, Tri gradually transformed the once-barren land into a lush and diverse garden.
Before building his farmstay, Tri took a motorbike trip across Vietnam to learn about various farmstay models in provinces like Phu Yen and Dong Nai. He even traveled to Laos and Thailand to gain more experience in agricultural tourism. These journeys not only broadened his perspective but also gave him valuable practical knowledge for shaping his own model.
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| Tran Huu Tri (right) explains the organic production process |
“I also received support from local authorities to visit and study farmstay models in Quang Nam and Da Nang City... Having exposure to different real-world models gave me a clearer direction while implementing my plans,” Tri said.
His farmstay now spans about 1 hectare, nestled in an open hill area. The space is filled with green trees, alternate vegetable gardens, a lotus pond, blooming flowers, together with cozy homestay cottages, stone pathways, and eco-friendly bamboo bridges. In the garden, jackfruit, guava, pomelo, and pineapple are interplanted with gourds, squash, peanuts, and corn, creating a rich ecosystem. Visitors could not only enjoy fresh produce but also get hands-on experience harvesting and participating in rural life.
With the motto “short-term crops to support long-term goals,” Tri utilizes income from short-cycle vegetables and fruits to reinvest in his model. At the same time, he has planted nearly 3 hectares of acacia and melaleuca trees as a long-term income source. Thanks to his sharp calculation and effective allocation of resources, Tri’s model has initially shown positive results. “Farming is tough, but my love for plants and the land has helped me overcome the hardships. Seeing the plants grow every day brings an indescribable joy,” Tri shared.
In addition to agricultural cultivation, Tri is also developing a farmstay model focused on experiential tourism integrated with education. He has organized several experiential programs for local preschool and elementary school students, such as rock painting, tree planting, fish catching, and playing traditional folk games. These activities not only bring joy and excitement to the children but also help them better understand labor, the environment, and the value of clean agriculture.
“Due to time constraints, I haven’t been able to organize these events regularly yet, but the initial results have been very encouraging. Parents are supportive, teachers are encouraging, and the students are excited - that is the motivation for me to continue developing the model,” Tri said of the initial success of introducing students to agricultural tourism experiences.
Mr. Vo Minh Tri (formerly Secretary of the Huong Phu Commune Youth Union, now an officer at the Party Committee Office of Khe Tre Commune) commented: Tran Huu Tri’s farmstay model is a creative direction, aligned with the trends of green economy and circular economy tied to ecological tourism in the local area. Moreover, Tran Huu Tri is also an exemplary figure in the youth movement for self-reliance and entrepreneurship in the region.