Nghệ An Plans to Support at Least 50 Innovative Agricultural Startups
On November 10, 2026, Nghệ An province approved a plan to support at least 50 innovative agricultural startups from 2026 to 2030. It also aims to help establish businesses, cooperatives and agricultural cooperative groups through project incubation, financing, technology support and market access.
On November 10, 2026, the Nghệ An provincial government approved a plan to support innovative farmer startups from 2026 to 2030. Under the plan, farmers’ associations at all levels in the province will guide and support the creation of at least 50 innovative agricultural startup projects, focusing on distinctive local products, One Commune One Product (OCOP) products, organic agriculture, technology adoption and digital transformation.
Nghệ An also plans to support the establishment of at least 10 businesses, 50 cooperatives and 150 agricultural cooperative groups, as well as one provincial farmers’ startup club and 10 local clubs. The plan calls for a continuous support process, from identifying and screening startup ideas through training, project incubation, connections to funding and technology, market expansion and subsequent assessment of results.
An agricultural service cooperative in Nghệ An learns new techniques and explores ways to promote and sell agricultural products through digital channels.（VietVance）
On financing, farmers’ associations at all levels will help members understand preferential loan policies, give priority to using the provincial Farmer Support Fund for projects with growth potential, and work with banks to provide financing advice. Market support includes promoting and selling agricultural products through e-commerce platforms, building brands and participating in exhibitions. Legal advice will cover business registration, intellectual property, taxes and product quality standards.
By 2030, Nghệ An aims for at least 70% of supported projects to remain operational 12 months after receiving support, 50% to increase revenue or expand their operations, and 30% to establish a brand, use e-commerce or undertake digital transformation. It also aims to develop at least 10 projects that can be replicated locally. The plan builds on existing farmer production and business activities in the province. In a 2026 competition for innovative farmer startups, two sponsors pledged support, advice or investment for six award-winning projects.
Source: VietVance
