| Vietnamese name | Sóc Trăng |
|---|---|
| Area | 3,313 km² |
| Population | about 1.3 million |
| Provincial capital / central city | Soc Trang City |
| Climate | Tropical monsoon climate. The coastal areas are affected by saltwater intrusion. |
Overview
Soc Trang is the birthplace of ST25, chosen as the "world's best rice." Developed in this province by the agronomist Ho Quang Cua, ST25 won the top prize at the 2019 World's Best Rice Contest, dramatically improving the image of Vietnamese rice. It is also a multicultural province where many Khmer people live.
Features of agriculture
The province is known nationwide as a producer of high-quality rice led by ST25. Annual rice output is about 2 million tonnes. Shrimp farming thrives along the coast, and a "shrimp-and-rice" rotation system that turns the saltwater-affected areas to advantage is drawing attention. This system—farming shrimp in the dry season and growing rice in the rainy season—is internationally recognized as a successful example of climate change adaptation.
Main agricultural products
Rice (ST25 and other high-quality varieties, about 2 million tonnes/year), shrimp (whiteleg and black tiger), longan, onion, garlic
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