An ASTRI Institute delegation led by Deputy Director Pham Quyet Tien held official talks in Kunming, Yunnan Province, China, with the Yunnan Agricultural Vocational Technology Academy. The mission reflects the Institute's proactive approach to studying and adopting advanced agricultural training models in the region.

Why agricultural education cooperation matters

Human-resource quality is decisive for the success of agricultural modernization. Vietnam is shifting strongly from traditional, experience-based farming toward technology- and knowledge-based agriculture. In this transition, well-structured vocational training that links theory with practice becomes an urgent need. Learning from agricultural systems with similar climate and terrain, such as Yunnan, offers highly practical reference value.

Scope of cooperation

The two sides discussed in depth cooperation on practical agricultural training, sharing farm models, and building an expert-exchange program between the two organizations.

  • Exchanging lecturers, experts, and technical staff
  • Sharing curricula, practical farm models, and training methods
  • Organizing short courses on high-tech agriculture
  • Connecting students with internships and hands-on experience

Practice-oriented training

A hallmark of modern agricultural vocational education is the close link between classroom and field. Rather than absorbing theory alone, learners operate equipment, manage farms, and solve real situations, narrowing the gap between training and labor-market needs.

No technology delivers results without capable people to master it; investing in training is investing in the future of agriculture.

Strategic significance and ASTRI's role

The mission is part of ASTRI Institute's strategy to expand international cooperation with Chinese partners, particularly in high-tech agriculture and human-resource training. Establishing ties with an academy specializing in agricultural vocational technology lays the groundwork for long-term, sustainable programs with concrete benefits for Vietnamese learners. Guided by its mission to advance science, technology, and training for sustainable agriculture, ASTRI views international cooperation as a key channel for accessing advanced knowledge and experience.