The meeting was also attended by representatives of various ministries and central-level departments, who are members of the Committee. Among them were:

1. Mr. Nguyen Van Hoai – Member of the Executive Committee, Editor-in-Chief of Rural Today Newspaper, and Standing Vice Chair of the Committee;

2. Mr. Nguyen Tien Cuong – Member of the Standing Committee, Deputy Head of the Farmers’ Affairs Department, Vietnam Farmers’ Union;

3. Ms. Nguyen Thi Hoang Yen – Deputy Director of the Department of Cooperative Economy and Rural Development, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment;

4. Mr. Tran Cong Thang – Director of the Institute of Agricultural and Environmental Policy and Strategy, Ministry of Agriculture and Environment;

5. Mr. Le Cong Luong – Deputy Secretary General of the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations;

6. Mr. Nguyen Lan Hung – Agricultural expert;

7. Mr. Phan Quoc Nam – Deputy Marketing Director, Binh Dien Fertiliser Joint Stock Company.

A Transparent and Rigorous Selection Process

Speaking at the final round of evaluation, Ms. Bui Thi Thom emphasised that the Pride of Vietnamese Farmers programme is an annual initiative of significant political and social importance, organised by the Vietnam Farmers’ Union. In 2025, the programme enters its 13th year.

Likewise, the Farmer Scientist award is also an annual event by the Central Committee of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union, now in its 6th year. This programme celebrates individuals who have made scientific and technological contributions directly benefiting agriculture and rural communities.

Celebrating 95 Years of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union in 2025: 63 Outstanding Farmers and 32 Scientists of Farmers to be Honoured

As part of the 95th anniversary celebrations of the founding of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union in 2025, the Selection Committee will finalise and recognise 63 Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers and 32 Scientists of Farmers, creating a group of 95 exemplary individuals from across the country to mark this significant milestone.

According to a report from the Secretariat of the Pride of Vietnamese Farmers 2025 programme, after more than three months of receiving nominations, as of 18 July 2025, the Organising Committee had received 153 nominations, of which 149 met the eligibility criteria.

Among these, 100 were nominations for Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers, while 49 were for Scientists of Farmers. These were submitted by Farmers’ Unions from all 63 provinces and cities (under the former administrative divisions), as well as by relevant ministries and national agencies.

Notably, in the Farmer Scientist category, nominations were submitted by several prominent institutions: the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment put forward 6 candidates, the Vietnam Union of Science and Technology Associations (VUSTA) nominated 3, and the Central Committee of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union proposed 4 candidates.

As for the Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers 2025 category, nominees were classified into four groups based on the award’s selection criteria:

Group 1: Farmers excelling in agricultural production, business, and services;

Group 2: Those with notable achievements in the New Rural Development movement;

Group 3: Individuals recognised for their contributions to national security and public safety;

Group 4: Farmers with innovations or inventions in agricultural production.

Final Selection of 63 Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers and 32 Distinguished Scientists of Farmers for 2025 Announced

Vice President Bui Thi Thom reaffirmed that the members of the final selection Committee are highly respected individuals, representing the leadership of various central ministries, agencies, and organisations. Over the past weeks, these Committee members have shown great dedication, professionalism, and responsibility in carrying out their independent evaluations.

Based on these efforts, the Committee convened for its final meeting to agree upon the shortlist of awardees, which will now be submitted to the Standing Committee of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union for official approval.

During the meeting, the Committee discussed and agreed on the selection procedures, in line with Plan No. 189-KH/HNDTW issued on 3 April 2025 regarding the organisation of the Pride of Vietnamese Farmers 2025 programme. According to the agreed rules, one Outstanding Farmer was selected from each province or city (based on the previous administrative divisions).

As for the Farmer Scientist category, the Committee evaluated each candidate based on the practical value and impact of their scientific work—particularly studies that have already been applied in real-life agricultural settings, received certification, or been nominated by ministries and professional bodies. Academic qualifications and professional titles were also taken into account.

63 Outstanding Farmers and 32 Leading Scientists of Farmers Officially Selected

During the final round of deliberations, the Committee worked seriously and collaboratively, with a strong sense of collective responsibility, transparency, and fairness. The process concluded with a high level of consensus on the final list: 63 Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers 2025 and 32 Scientists of Farmers—all considered the most deserving and exemplary candidates nationwide.

In her closing remarks, Vice President Bui Thi Thom commended the Committee members for their intellectual rigour, objectivity, and democratic spirit throughout the selection process. She highly appreciated the Committee’s focused and responsible working attitude, which contributed to the success of this year’s awards.

Vice President Bui Thi Thom Praises Key Contributions to the Pride of Vietnamese Farmers Programme 2025

Ms. Bui Thi Thom, Vice President of the Central Committee of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union, expressed her appreciation for the role of Rural Today/Dan Viet newspaper as the leading organising body of the Pride of Vietnamese Farmers 2025 programme. She commended the newspaper’s proactive and dedicated efforts in providing strategic advice and successfully coordinating the programme—contributing significantly to the final recognition of 63 Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers and 32 Scientists of Farmers.

She also acknowledged the ministries, sectors, and provincial Farmers’ Unions for their timely and well-prepared nomination dossiers, which met the programme’s requirements and deadlines.

Compared to previous years, the 2025 nomination profiles reflect remarkable progress across Vietnam’s farming sector—ranging from agricultural production and rural development to contributions in national defence and security.

Outstanding Financial Performance Among Nominees

Notably, over 20 nominated farmers reported annual profits of 5 billion VND or more. The remaining nominees had profits ranging from 500 million to 4.5 billion VND per year. Aquaculture—especially shrimp farming—emerged as the highest-earning sector, followed by fruit cultivation and livestock farming.

“For this year’s Outstanding Vietnamese Farmer nominees, we’ve seen a significant scaling-up in production, as well as impressive growth in both revenue and income,” said Ms. Bui Thi Thom. “Many of the participating models are now integrated with value chains and eco-tourism, delivering multi-value outputs. This reflects the spirit of the Politburo’s Resolution 57, which promotes digital transformation and scientific innovation to boost rural incomes and drive sustainable economic development.”

Scientists of Farmers: From Scholars to Hands-on Innovators

Commenting on the Farmer Scientist programme, Vice President Thom highlighted the wide-ranging achievements of this year’s nominees—spanning from academics and managers to hands-on farmers. Their contributions include highly practical research projects, scientific studies, and innovations that have helped farmers improve productivity, enhance product quality, and increase long-term incomes.

She also noted that this year’s nominee pool reflects strong regional, ethnic, and gender diversity, with an encouraging representation of female candidates.

A Ceremony to Honour and Inspire

Looking ahead to the official Honours Ceremony for the Outstanding Vietnamese Farmers and Scientists of Farmers, Ms. Thom emphasised the importance of thoughtful, respectful preparations. “This event should truly celebrate the pride of every individual being recognised, while also inspiring others across the country—farmers, scientists, intellectuals, and policymakers—to continue striving and contributing in the years to come.”

In a special highlight for 2025, 63 Outstanding Farmers and 32 Scientists of Farmers will be honoured as a collective of 95 exemplary individuals—symbolically marking the 95th anniversary of the founding of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union.

The official Honours Ceremony will take place on 14 October, coinciding with the 95th anniversary of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union. The event will be broadcast live on national broadcaster Vietnam Television - VTV.