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Malaysian Reserve
26-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Vietnam's Durian Farmers Power Up with XAG Drones to Boost Efficiency
MY THO, Vietnam, May 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Amid Vietnam's 'durian gold rush,' farmers are turning to smart agri-tech, notably XAG agricultural drones, to stay ahead. In the Mekong Delta, where durian exports have soared to $3.3 billion, growers use drones to cut costs, improve yields, and work more safely, adapting quickly to the demands of this booming fruit market. Few understand these shifting tides better than Nguyễn Văn Hường, a lifelong farmer in Tiền Giang province. At 64, Hường and his wife manage more than 300 durian trees, along with 250 jackfruit and coconut trees, on a four-hectare farm. 'Selling durians is like selling a house,' he says, noting that a single mature durian tree can yield nearly 100 kg of fruit a year and earn him 15 to 16 million VND. Hường's real edge, though, comes from his willingness to embrace innovation—a trait that traces back decades. 'I was the first here to buy a backpack sprayer 50 years ago,' he recalls proudly, believing firmly that 'technology brings profits.' Today, that same forward-thinking spirit once again sets Hường apart as a local pioneer, helping him tackle challenges and stay ahead of the curve. Standing confidently in his lush orchard with a remote control in hand, Hường now relies on the XAG P150 agricultural drone—a tool that has completely changed his approach to crop protection. Before, he would row his boat between the trees, stand near each trunk, and reach up with a long-handled sprayer to coat the highest branches, which often failed to cover thoroughly and left him exhausted. 'On windy days, chemicals would get on my head and in my eyes,' he explains. By late 2024, motivated to 'protect health and change traditional agriculture,' Hường invested in the drone, making the plant protection process safer, more efficient, and far less labor-intensive. It took him just three days to learn how to operate the drone, and now he manages every aspect of pesticide spraying with only a few taps on the screen. The impact was immediate. Hường estimates that the P150's intelligent RevoSpray system cuts water use per spray from 3,000 to just 800 liters, and what once took two tiring days now finishes in just three hours. Equipped with a 70-liter smart liquid tank and rotary atomization nozzles, the drone can spray evenly and thoroughly, sending droplets deep into the canopy where pests lurk and manual spraying can't reach. 'It used to be dizzying wearing a mask and spraying by hand, but now I can keep my distance and let the drone handle it more accurately,' Hường says. The financial impact is also expected to be substantial. 'Using drones for spraying can reduce my overall costs by about one-third. With expenses down and our work made easier, the profits would be higher,' he proudly exclaims. Last season, nearly one billion VND in revenue came from just 100 mature durian trees, thanks to higher yields and the export surge. Hường's experience reflects a wider movement. According to a study by the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), the adoption of agricultural drones in Southeast Asia led to yield increases of up to 20% and a 30% reduction in pesticide use. For Vietnamese smallholders in regions like the Mekong Delta, adopting such technologies isn't just about profit, it's also about keeping pace with rising global expectations and unpredictable weather. Word of Hường's success has spread in the community. 'If anyone asks, I'm happy to share my experience. This drone is almost fully autonomous and delivers much better spraying quality. Its automatic return-to-home function is especially convenient,' he says. 'I'm really satisfied with this drone.' From the days of hauling heavy sprayers through his orchard to now guiding a drone above bountiful trees, Hường embodies the evolution of Vietnamese farming—proving that with the right tools and openness to change, small family farms can still thrive in an increasingly competitive world.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vietnam's Young Farmers Fly High with XAG Agricultural Drones
MY THO, Vietnam, May 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Across Vietnam, a generation of digitally fluent farmers is embracing technology to bring fresh life to rural communities. Among the tools reshaping their fields are agricultural drones developed by XAG, which help save labor, boost yields, and create promising careers for young people returning home. One such returnee is 30-year-old Lưu Văn Đoàn. Slim and tan from years of outdoor work, Đoàn starts his day at 3 a.m., when the village lies silent in darkness. Clad in his company's green shirt, he readies the XAG P150 agricultural drone for a long day ahead. From early morning to late afternoon, Đoàn travels throughout Tiền Giang province, providing crop protection services to local farmers, including his own rice paddies. "I used to work at a factory far from home, barely earning enough and missing my family," he recalls. When his brother introduced him to agricultural drones, Đoàn immediately saw their potential and began learning. "I found my passion for technology. Soon I was piloting drones every day," he says. After five years in the field, Đoàn now earns a living from work he finds far more rewarding and exciting. His story reflects Vietnam's broader farming challenges. According to analysis from the Vietnamese Elderly Population, the country's farming communities are rapidly aging, with about 7.96 million elderly people living in rural areas. Meanwhile, millions of young Vietnamese have left for city jobs, creating severe labor shortages in agricultural regions. Đoàn understands why farming has lost its appeal. Traditional farming can be grueling—manual spraying means trudging through rough, muddy fields up to 12 times each season, often with little protection. "Carrying heavy equipment under the hot sun, chemicals burning your skin—sometimes the fields were almost impossible to cross," Đoàn remembers. Now, with just a smartphone and an autonomous drone, he finishes jobs faster and with far less risk. "It's much easier," he says. For Đoàn, the XAG P150 agricultural drone has been a game-changer. Equipped with a remarkable 70kg payload and route planning using centimeter-accurate RTK positioning, the P150 achieves consistent and even coverage over fields of various shapes and sizes. Unlike manual spraying, which often misses spots or overlaps, the drone delivers thorough application. "When spraying herbicides by hand, weeds sometimes persist," Đoàn notes. "With drones, fields are often completely weed-free." At first, many farmers were hesitant: "The spray uses too little water—how will the rice grow?" they questioned. But seeing is believing. As the P150, with its 70-liter smart liquid tank, hovers over the paddies, its quad-rotor design generates a downdraft that ensures pesticides coat both sides of the leaves. "You can clearly see that drone spraying makes the rice look healthier," Đoàn says, proud to have convinced the skeptics. This effectiveness also translates to economic benefits: farmers using Đoàn's drone service have cut their use of plant protection products by 30%. "The savings on pesticides cover what farmers pay for the drone service!" Đoàn proudly shares. These real-world results also echo findings from the Institute of Agricultural Economics in Vietnam, which reports that agricultural drones can cut pesticide use by up to 30% and increase crop yields by as much as 15%. Even and precise spraying is especially crucial in Vietnam's fast-growing fruit export sector. For crops like durian and jackfruit, strict residue limits are enforced by importers throughout Asia and beyond. With the P150, Đoàn can precisely map areas, set exact dosage rates, and guarantee even coverage—helping farmers maintain access to high-value overseas markets and ensuring their fruit meets tough international standards. Like many young Vietnamese, Đoàn is part of a new wave: tech-savvy, ambitious, and deeply rooted in their hometowns. "Drones have made a huge difference for us," he says. "As things develop, I hope to expand, add more drones, and help more farmers succeed." For Đoàn and his peers, the workday still starts before sunrise and ends late—but now, drone technology has changed what's possible in the fields. By adopting these tools, a growing community of drone pilots is solving two problems at once: making farming more efficient and creating tech-driven careers that are drawing young Vietnamese back to the land they've always known. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE XAG Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Vietnam's Young Farmers Fly High with XAG Agricultural Drones
MY THO, Vietnam, May 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Across Vietnam, a generation of digitally fluent farmers is embracing technology to bring fresh life to rural communities. Among the tools reshaping their fields are agricultural drones developed by XAG, which help save labor, boost yields, and create promising careers for young people returning home. One such returnee is 30-year-old Lưu Văn Đoàn. Slim and tan from years of outdoor work, Đoàn starts his day at 3 a.m., when the village lies silent in darkness. Clad in his company's green shirt, he readies the XAG P150 agricultural drone for a long day ahead. From early morning to late afternoon, Đoàn travels throughout Tiền Giang province, providing crop protection services to local farmers, including his own rice paddies. "I used to work at a factory far from home, barely earning enough and missing my family," he recalls. When his brother introduced him to agricultural drones, Đoàn immediately saw their potential and began learning. "I found my passion for technology. Soon I was piloting drones every day," he says. After five years in the field, Đoàn now earns a living from work he finds far more rewarding and exciting. His story reflects Vietnam's broader farming challenges. According to analysis from the Vietnamese Elderly Population, the country's farming communities are rapidly aging, with about 7.96 million elderly people living in rural areas. Meanwhile, millions of young Vietnamese have left for city jobs, creating severe labor shortages in agricultural regions. Đoàn understands why farming has lost its appeal. Traditional farming can be grueling—manual spraying means trudging through rough, muddy fields up to 12 times each season, often with little protection. "Carrying heavy equipment under the hot sun, chemicals burning your skin—sometimes the fields were almost impossible to cross," Đoàn remembers. Now, with just a smartphone and an autonomous drone, he finishes jobs faster and with far less risk. "It's much easier," he says. For Đoàn, the XAG P150 agricultural drone has been a game-changer. Equipped with a remarkable 70kg payload and route planning using centimeter-accurate RTK positioning, the P150 achieves consistent and even coverage over fields of various shapes and sizes. Unlike manual spraying, which often misses spots or overlaps, the drone delivers thorough application. "When spraying herbicides by hand, weeds sometimes persist," Đoàn notes. "With drones, fields are often completely weed-free." At first, many farmers were hesitant: "The spray uses too little water—how will the rice grow?" they questioned. But seeing is believing. As the P150, with its 70-liter smart liquid tank, hovers over the paddies, its quad-rotor design generates a downdraft that ensures pesticides coat both sides of the leaves. "You can clearly see that drone spraying makes the rice look healthier," Đoàn says, proud to have convinced the skeptics. This effectiveness also translates to economic benefits: farmers using Đoàn's drone service have cut their use of plant protection products by 30%. "The savings on pesticides cover what farmers pay for the drone service!" Đoàn proudly shares. These real-world results also echo findings from the Institute of Agricultural Economics in Vietnam, which reports that agricultural drones can cut pesticide use by up to 30% and increase crop yields by as much as 15%. Even and precise spraying is especially crucial in Vietnam's fast-growing fruit export sector. For crops like durian and jackfruit, strict residue limits are enforced by importers throughout Asia and beyond. With the P150, Đoàn can precisely map areas, set exact dosage rates, and guarantee even coverage—helping farmers maintain access to high-value overseas markets and ensuring their fruit meets tough international standards. Like many young Vietnamese, Đoàn is part of a new wave: tech-savvy, ambitious, and deeply rooted in their hometowns. "Drones have made a huge difference for us," he says. "As things develop, I hope to expand, add more drones, and help more farmers succeed." For Đoàn and his peers, the workday still starts before sunrise and ends late—but now, drone technology has changed what's possible in the fields. By adopting these tools, a growing community of drone pilots is solving two problems at once: making farming more efficient and creating tech-driven careers that are drawing young Vietnamese back to the land they've always known. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE XAG Sign in to access your portfolio
