On January 1, 2026, a working delegation of the Tuyen Quang Provincial People’s Committee, led by Mr. Phan Huy Ngoc, Chairman of the Tuyen Quang Provincial People’s Committee, paid a visit to the Dragon Tea Suoi Giang model in Lao Cai Province.
Amid the drifting mist of the highland region of Suoi Giang (Van Chan commune, Lao Cai province), where ancient Shan Tuyet tea trees—some thousands of years old—rise proudly among clouds and mountains, a distinctive tea culture is being reawakened. Dragon Tea Suoi Giang not only honors these heritage tea trees but also serves as a bridge linking the traditional values of the Mong ethnic community with the evolving flow of sustainable agricultural and eco-tourism.
From moss-covered, timeworn tea trunks, the journey of “Dragon Tea” continues to unfold within the Dragon Tea Suoi Giang space—where indigenous culture is vividly brought to life. Under the warm glow of golden lights, visitors savor the delicate aroma of thousand-year-old Shan Tuyet tea while watching Mong artisans demonstrate and practice traditional crafts: flax spinning, weaving, embroidery, blacksmithing, and the making of ethnic musical instruments. Each skilled movement reflects generations of accumulated indigenous knowledge and embodies the harmonious relationship between people and nature.
The handicrafts displayed at the night market are more than souvenirs. They are “stories woven from threads, fabric, needles, and hands,” narrating the daily life, beliefs, and aesthetic values of the Mong people. Visitors pause to observe, converse with artisans, and delight in touching coarse linen fabrics and intricately hand-embroidered patterns. This interaction transforms the night market from a simple place of trade into a vibrant space of cultural exchange.
Among the visitors, many expressed their admiration for Suoi Giang’s approach to tourism—built upon what the region already possesses: ancient tea trees, traditional lifestyles, and indigenous knowledge. Drinking tea in the mountain night, listening to the sound of Mong flutes, watching artisans at work, and savoring local cuisine together create a complete and emotionally rich experience. Tourism here is neither noisy nor mass-oriented; instead, it is slow, contemplative, and deeply aligned with the spirit of green, sustainable development.
Founded by Mr. Nguyen Cong Han, Dragon Tea Suoi Giang integrates tea culture with tourism development, contributing to improved local livelihoods through market expansion while reinforcing incentives to protect ancient tea forests, preserve traditional tea-processing techniques, and revive cultural festivals. The model represents a sustainable development pathway that connects natural and cultural heritage with the local economy.
As part of a series of working activities at the beginning of 2026, on January 2, Mr. Phan Huy Ngoc, Deputy Secretary of the Provincial Party Committee and Chairman of the Tuyen Quang Provincial People’s Committee, visited the Dragon Tea Suoi Giang factory operated by HYH Group, and took part in an early-year tea tree planting activity in Suoi Giang, Lao Cai province.
On the evening of January 1, 2026, Dragon Tea Suoi Giang, located in Van Chan conmmune, Lao Cai province, hosted a cultural and artistic program entitled “Welcoming spring 2026 – The sacred dragon gathering in unity.” The event brought together central and local leaders, cultural figures, local residents, and visitors to celebrate the New Year in the distinctive cultural space of Viet Nam’s Northwest region.
On December 23, at the headquarters of the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, the Agriculture and Environment Magazine held a ceremony to announce the Decision on the establishment and to officially launch the Editorial Board of the Agriculture and Environment Journal—the peer-reviewed scientific publication within its system. The event was chaired by Mr. Phung Duc Tien, Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Environment.
On December 12, Agriculture and Environment Magazine held a working session with Ho Thau commune, Tuyen Quang province, to discuss communication efforts for OCOP products, the development of agricultural tourism, and the building and promotion of the Ho Thau Shan Tuyet tea brand. The commune is home to nearly 1,600 hectares of ancient tea trees, located at elevations exceeding 1,700 meters above sea level.
On November 21 in Lao Cai province, Agriculture and Environment Magazine, in collaboration with the People’s Committee of Van Chan Commune, organized a workshop titled “Developing and elevating the value of Shan Tuyet tea” ...
