Thuan Province Research Articles

Study on the chemical constituents and anti-free radical activity of mint essential oils in Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam

Mints (Mentha spp.) are famous aromatic and medicinal herbs that are used in traditional and folk medicines around the world for their antimicrobial and antioxidant properties. Mints contain volatile components such as flavonoids, organic acids, and quinones for the digestive system, central nervous system and respiratory system. Therefore, this study aimed to primarily find out the constituents and antioxidant activity of mint essential oil, which are very essential. The mint was harvested from the Ham Thuan Nam district of Binh Thuan province, Vietnam, in 2023. The essential oil of the mint was collected using steam distillation and dried with Na2SO4 for the final product. Chemical analysis of the components of the mint essential oil by GC-MS led to the identification of 17 chemical components, representing 98.72% of the hydro-distilled essential oil. Of these, five were hydrocarbons, such as monoterpenes (32.82%), and the rest were oxygenated hydrocarbons, such as alcohols (53.42%), aldehydes (4.67%), and ketones (7.81%). The 1,1-diphenyl-2-picrylhydrazol free radical scavenging activity of the mint essential oil was 39.36±1.23%, and this value was lower than that of 0.5 mM ascorbic acid (42.84 ±1.18%). Thus, the results of this study have high scientific and practical significance, when adding peppermint essential oil to food, it not only creates a fragrant smell for food, but also has antioxidant and antibacterial effects for food.

Peliosanthes epigynica (Asparagaceae, Convallarioideae), a new species from southeastern Vietnam

Peliosanthes epigynica, a new species occurring in a dry coastal forest in southeastern Vietnam (Ninh Thuan Province) is described and illustrated. It is distinguishable from any other Peliosanthes by a combination of the following character states: comparatively small elliptic leaf blades, drooping narrowly campanulate purple/violet flowers, and a nearly flat-topped, perfectly inferior ovary with a short straight (non-tortuous) conoid style. Besides data on morphological and ecological aspects, we provide notes on its taxonomic relationships to some other species similarly sharing completely epigynous flowers.

Performance and Evaluation of Hanski 227 Oriental Tobacco in Dak Lak Region, Vietnam from 2022 - 2024

With the results of selecting Oriental tobacco varieties suitable for natural conditions in Vietnam, with potential for raw material quality and raw material production capacity in Vietnam, from 6 oriental tobacco varieties originating from Bulgaria, the Tobacco Institute has been testing in Ninh Thuan province from 2019 to 2021, and Dak Lak from 2021 to 2022. The results of the trial planting show that oriental tobacco varieties are good growth, and are quite suitable for the soil and climate conditions in Ninh Thuan and Dak Lak provinces, and have selected 2 the best oriental tobacco varieties as Basma 16 and Hanski 227. In which, Hanski 227 variety is evaluated to have outstanding prospects due to its good growth ability, high yield, characteristic aroma and good smoking properties. The Hanski 227 variety has less harvested leaves, larger leaf size and mass than Basma 16 variety, so the labor costs for cultivation, harvesting and preliminary processing are lower. To evaluate the ability to expand the oriental area in Vietnam, we continue to trial planting the Hanski 227 oriental variety in Dak Lak in 2023 - 2024, with a fertilizer level and a planting density corresponding to 50N + 30P2O5 + 80K2O (N: NH4NO3, P: (Ca(H2PO4)2 and K: K2SO4) and 110,000 plants/ha. The experimental trial results show the Hanski 227 variety has good growth, high yield, and good quality, with yield fluctuating 1.52 - 1.66 tons/ha, nicotine content: 0.81 - 1.38%, and reducing sugar content: 8.9 - 12.1%, and the oriental material has a characteristic aroma and good smoking properties. Based on the trial results shows that the quality of Hanski 227 grown in Dak Lak are the same the oriental tobacco importing from Bulgaria, Türkiye and Greece. Therefore, the Dak Lak province is the most suitbale region for producing good quality oriental tobacco in Vietnam compared to Ninh Thuan region. Because materials in Ninh Thuan has the high clorua content reducing material quality. In 2025, we continue to grow the Hanski 227 oriental tobacco variety in Dak Lak region on a large area and complete the preliminary processing process, with the goal of producing Oriental tobacco raw materials domestically, with appropriate production costs.

Conflict between Tourism and Conservation at Nui Chua National Park, Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam

Abstract In protected areas, particularly in national parks, tourism management requires a trade-off between ensuring the key values that support conservation and permitting visitors to appreciate those values. This conflict between conservation and tourism exploitation exists in most national parks around the world. Nui Chua National Park is in the most arid region of Vietnam. Despite that, it has a combination of forest, sea, and semi-desert landscapes that put it into the protected area system of Vietnam. Nui Chua National Park is open to tourists for various purposes. As such, the clash between tourism and conservation maintains as an issue at the park. This paper offers some insights about this conflict at Nui Chua National Park and proposes solutions to tackle this matter. The research is conducted using a qualitative approach. The data is collected using expert interview and in-depth interview method. Expert interview is used to extract information from park’s authority and experts. In-depth interview is used to ask the Raglai people who live within the park’s boundary and participate in some tourism activities. The results suggest that the conflict between conservation and tourism exploitation is in existence but not intensively. The author proposes a more scientific approach in managing tourist activities at Nui Chua National Park.

Sustaining village malaria worker programmes with expanded roles: Perspectives of communities, healthcare workers, policymakers, and implementers in Vietnam.

In Vietnam, multiple types of community-based malaria workers are recruited to promote access to malaria testing and treatment for at-risk mobile and migrant populations. However, as the country approaches elimination, these roles are at risk from declining investment. This article characterises the different types of workers and relevant health policy in Vietnam, and explores stakeholder perspectives on sustaining and expanding the roles of these workers in the malaria elimination context. We conducted a rapid policy document review to describe the policy background of community-based health care in Vietnam and identify key informants. In-depth interviews were conducted with policymakers and implementers (n = 11) in different government sectors, international, and civil society organizations. We also conducted interviews (n = 8) and two focus group discussions with community members (n = 12), and interviews with health workers (n = 9) in 18 communities in Phu Yen and Binh Thuan provinces in the central region. Our study identified three main types of malaria workers: village health workers (VHWs), malaria post workers (MPWs) and other groups of workers supported by civil society organisations (CSO). Workers reported being willing to maintain their current roles and potentially provide additional services that respond to community needs, although they were concerned about excess workload and inadequate income. Besides working in a variety of jobs to secure their incomes, mainly in agriculture, VHWs in particular were primarily tasked with supporting the delivery of a wide range of health services from commune health stations. Faced with reduced patients, MPWs and CSO-supported workers could be tasked with the following potential roles: case notification for infectious diseases, real-time data collection and reporting, and screening for non-malaria illnesses using other rapid test kits. There was agreement that the community-based health network is crucial to health care delivery in remote communities and to ensure comprehensive access to care among vulnerable populations. However, policymakers and implementers stressed concerns about their limited skillsets, the inadequate budget to support these workers, and the regulation constraining them from performing diagnosis and treatment activities, highlighting the priority to maintain the capacity of workers and funding allocation through provincial advocacy and multi-programme collaboration. This study highlights the crucial role of community-based health workers in eliminating malaria in Vietnam. Sustained efforts are needed to maintain accessible case detection and treatment while addressing local health concerns beyond malaria. Implementing these strategies requires prioritizing the mapping of groups most in need and developing enablers to raise community awareness and maintain the capacity of these workers. Ensuring political advocacy, financial resources, and coordination between multiple groups are key to maximizing impact and integrating malaria activities into the broader health system.

Assessment of liquefaction potential of sand distributed in the coastal area of Ninh Thuan based on SPT values

The liquefaction potential of sandy soil has been widely investigated in the world for many years, especially after the Niigata and Alaska earthquakes in 1964. In which, the SPT values were mostly used for the evaluation of liquefaction potential. In Vietnam, the potential for soil liquefaction has been recently investigated. In the coastal area of Ninh Thuan province, the sand is widely distributed and often exposed on the surface. Additionally, many wind power farms have been built in this area. Thus, it is necessary to evaluate the liquefaction potential of sand distributed in this area. In this study, the potential for sand liquefaction in the coastal area of Ninh Thuan will be evaluated based on SPT values. Two common methods for evaluation of liquefaction potential proposed by Seed and Idriss; Idriss and Boulanger were employed. The research results show that at peak ground acceleration (amax) = 0.07 g and M = 5.5, the sand in the study area is non-liquefiable (safety factor against liquefaction, FS ( 1.48). However, at amax = 0.18 g and M = 7.5, the FS varies from 0.78 to 3.66 for the Seed and Idriss method and from 0.68 to 2.05 for the Idriss and Boulanger method. In general, the FS obtained from the Seed and Idriss method is higher than that obtained from Idriss and Boulanger method. Nevertheless, this insignificantly affects the overall assessment of liquefaction potential. At amax = 0.18 g and M = 7.5, the sand distributed in the study area can be liquefied at a depth of 17 m. However, it is not liquefied when the Nspt is higher than 28 ((N1) 60cs > 20).

The Integrating Impacts of Extreme Weather Events and Shrimp Farming Practices on Coastal Water Resource Quality in Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam

Ninh Thuan is a coastal province in the central region of Vietnam and is characterized by a climate that is the hottest and driest in the country. Vietnam is also one of the top five countries most vulnerable to the effects of climate change worldwide. The objective of this study was a thorough evaluation of the quality of water supply sources and the impacts of water effluents from shrimp farms in Ninh Thuan province. The comprehensive evaluation was based on an understanding of the water–wastewater cycle employed in coastal shrimp cultivation. We combined qualitative and quantitative analyses in undertaking this study. Secondary data of groundwater and coastal water from the local periodic water quality monitoring program and national technical regulations were collected in the qualitative approach. We also integrated participatory rural appraisal techniques and field observations to understanding shrimp cultivation and the environmental and social impacts of shrimp farm effluents. The quantitative assessment consisted of measuring groundwater and wastewater contamination from shrimp ponds. As a result, four main reasons for water pollution issues were determined including extreme weather events, shrimp cultivation practices, degraded infrastructure, and mismanagement by local governance. Shrimp cultivation practices (feeding, using chemicals) have resulted in elevated levels of suspended solid (TSS, total Coliform), organic and carbon matter (BOD5, COD), and excessive nutrients (total Nitrogen, NO2-N, NO3-N, PO4-P). According to a local monitoring program, the coastal water and groundwater have experienced nutrient pollution. Groundwater sampling near the shrimp farms identified salinization elevated levels of Coliform from local domestic sewage sources. This study resulted in an integrated approach that evaluated the combined effects of extreme weather events and shrimp farming practices on the quality of coastal water. Also, the finding can be useful in recommending remedial water treatment technologies as a follow-on phase.

Research, assessing and water quality change trends in the Holocene and Pleistocene beds to meet water supply requirements for the coastal area of Binh Thuan province, Vietnam

The study conducted water sampling at 30 well locations in 3 aquifers with different water depths (X15 m, X24 m, X36 m) in the Holocene and Pleistocene aquifers in the coastal area of Binh Thuan province, Vietnam. Water quality index calculation methods, correlation analysis, and principal component analysis were applied. The results showed that the Groundwater Quality Index fluctuated at “Excellent”, accounting for 18.61 %; “Good” accounts for 38.05 %; “Poor” accounts for 20.55 %; the remaining “Very Poor” and “Inappropriate” account for 22.79 %. The most “inappropriateˮ part is in Ham Thuan, Phan Thiet. Some well sites are not suitable for water supply. In the coastal area of Phan Thiet, the average chloride content during the year is higher than the allowed standard. During 3 years of monitoring, in the dry season, the highest chloride content was 478 mg.L–1 at sites GWBT16, GWBT20, and 521 mg.L–1 at GWBT24. The results of the principal component correlation analysis of water quality in the X15 m aquifer show a tendency to be more severely affected by high tides during the rainy season.

CÁC YẾU TỐ ẢNH HƯỞNG TỚI QUYẾT ĐỊNH LỰA CHỌN ĐIỂM ĐẾN CỦA KHÁCH DU LỊCH NỘI ĐỊA: NGHIÊN CỨU TRƯỜNG HỢP THỊ XÃ LA GI, TỈNH BÌNH THUẬN

The purpose of the article is to determine the importance of each group of affected factors to choose La Gi town, Binh Thuan province of domestic tourists. Thereby, a number of solutions are proposed to attract domestic tourists in order of priority. To accomplish the above goal, the method of analyzing survey results using exploratory factor (EFA) and multiple linear regression analysis was used to determine the influence of independent variables on the dependent variable. The proposed research model includes 4 groups of factors including: (1) Destination image; (2) Supported motivation; (3) Transportation costs; (4) Advertising activities. The research results are revised into 3 groups of factors in order of influencing the decision to choose La Gi destination. Solutions have been proposed to increase the attractiveness and competitiveness of La Gi destination. At the same time, it can be applied to other destinations with similar characteristics throughout the country.

Leveraging Innovation to Influence Tourists' Destination Selection: An Empirical Assessment of Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam

Leveraging Innovation to Influence Tourists' Destination Selection: An Empirical Assessment of Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam

Application of GIS and Multi-Criteria Analysis (MCA) in Land Evaluation at Ninh Phuoc District, Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam

This study was conducted to assess land suitability (land evaluation) in the Ninh Phuoc districts in order to identify evidence for recommending main crops effectively and sustainably using agricultural land under drought conditions. Results indicated that Ninh Phuoc district had 83 land mapping units (LMUs), with 10 main land use types (LUTs) of rice, annual cash crops, and perennial plants. About 99.2% of agricultural land was classified as high suitability (S1), moderate suitability (S2), and marginal suitability (S3) for most LUTs, while non-suitability (N) lands were very small (0.8%). This study’s land suitability classification analysis has offered valuable insights into the current land use situation in Ninh Phuoc district and proposes sustainable land management recommendations. It has taken into account various land use criteria and assumptions. The study has proposed the following actions for sustainable land use: (i) Maintain highly suitable (S1) and moderately suitable (S2) land areas, (ii) Renovate or convert marginally suitable land (S3) to suitable tree planting/forestation, (iii) Convert unsuitable land (N) to forestry, grass, or plants that enhance soil quality, and (iv) Preserve existing forest areas without encroachment. Specific results in Ninh Phuoc district when applying land suitability classification for future orientation are as follows: maintain 14,859.31 ha, which has high suitability (S1) and moderate suitability (S2) levels; maintain 30.78 hectares of grass and convert 335 hectares to other suitable trees/forest plantations for the suitable marginal area (S3); Convert 122 ha of Not Suitable (N) to afforestation/grass/apply land soil improvement measure; For more than 3700 hectares of unused land, put into use 343.53 ha for growing spice plants, 8.67 ha for rice, 677.18 ha for planting forest trees, 2,691.50 ha for development of pasture and grazing.

Groundwater geochemistry and hydro-geochemical processes in coastal area South Phan Thiet, Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam

As one of the largest dragon fruit areas and many tourism projects, the southern coastal area of Phan Thiet (including three communes: Tien Thanh, Thuan Quy, and Tan Thanh) has been a bright spot in the economy of Binh Thuan. Economic development puts pressure on water resources, especially groundwater resources, the main supply for irrigation and domestic water in the region. In this research, 19 groundwater samples from the Holocene and Pleistocene aquifers were collected in February 2023 and analyzed for the concentration of Ca2+, Mg2+, Na+, K+, NH4 +, NO3 −, PO4 3-, Cl−, HCO3 –, and SO4 2-, thereby evaluating groundwater geochemistry, hydro-geochemical processes, and the suitability for irrigation purposes. The rank of cations in the aquifers of the region is Na+ > Ca2+ ∼ Mg2+, and Ca2+ ∼ Mg2+ > Na+ respectively. The concentrations of major anions in the study area are in order Cl− > HCO3 − > SO4 2- respectively. The predominant processes in the aquifer involve the interplay between rock and water as well as anthropogenic activity. The saturation indices of dolomite, gypsum, and halite are under-saturated in all collecting sample sites. According to the quality evaluation for irrigation, 14 of the 19 samples with % sodium levels less than 60 are suitable, while the others should be treated before use. The study area also indicated nitrate pollution (4/19 groundwater samples exceeding 15 mgN L−1 of the Nitrate limited for groundwater, National technical regulation on underground water quality). It is recommended that local authorities have strategies to supply water for different purposes, control pollution sources, and treat water waste to protect these aquifers.

Identification of dragon trees and fruits in ham Thuan Bac growing areas, Phan Thiet city, Binh Thuan province, Vietnam

With the development of Computer Vision, we can effectively and accurately identify trees, fruit or object images. But to build a high-performance image dataset for tree identification problems in Agriculture is a challenge. Realizing that Vietnam is a country with strong agriculture with many tropical fruits grown widely such as Dragon fruit, Mangosteen, Mango, Orange, Lychee, Longan … We chose the Dragon Fruit tree for the data set. of my proposed images, all images will be collected using the close-up method, including tasks such as taking photos of Dragon Fruit trees from many angles and in different conditions (weather, temperature, light, …). In this article, we want to improve the data quality of the collected images so we have applied image processing techniques such as noise filtering (using Gaussian filter), image quality enhancement (image rotation), flip the image, zoom out, zoom in, etc.). From the collected Dragon Fruit tree data set, we will propose to use the Faster R–CNN model for this data set to build a tree and Dragon Fruit identification system.

Inventory and classification of geosites in the South-Central Coast of Vietnam

The establishment of a connection to sustainability is evident through the expansion of the Global Geoparks network and geotourism initiatives, emphasizing the protection of geodiversity alongside biodiversity conservation. The outcomes of the geosite inventory laid the foundation for the development of the geopark. In the South-Central Coast of Vietnam, characterized by its small and narrow area, intricate tectonic structure, distinctive topography, and unique climate, where conservation efforts are yet to be initiated, the geosite inventory assumes particular significance. The geosite inventory was conducted using four research approaches, which are as follows: 1) Studying documents on geosite inventory, geological and geomorphological investigation documents; 2) Field survey; 3) Expert methods and 4) GIS techniques. The results of the inventory demonstrate how diverse the geosite types and geometries are along Vietnam South-Central Coast. The research findings reveal a total of 90 geosites distributed among 10 geo-theme groups, categorized into 5 types: area, section, point, viewpoint, and complex. These geosites align with 5 primary scientific interests, encompassing tectonics, lithology stratigraphy, hydrology, and geomorphology. Notably, three distinct tectonic units characterize the geosites, with the Kon Tum massif exhibiting the highest number and diversity. Across the eight provinces/cities along the South-Central coast, all are endowed with rare or precious geosites. Despite Ninh Thuan province’s arid climate, it boasts a notable count of 16 geosites. In contrast, Quang Nam province has the fewest geosites (only 6), while other provinces range between 8 and 13 geosites. Remarkably, three provinces – Quang Nam, Khanh Hoa, and Binh Thuan – showcase geosites of all five types.

Mức độ tàn tật ở bệnh nhân phong tại tỉnh Bình Thuận và một số yếu tố liên quan

Objectives: Determine the level of disability in leprosy patients in Binh Thuan province and some related factors. Methods: Cross-sectional study was conducted on 369 disabled leprosy patients in Binh Thuan province in 2022. Results: The rate of level 2 disability in leprosy patients is very high (90.5%) and there are many diverse types of disability. Education level is inversely proportional to the rate of level 2 disability; Patients with a low standard of living had a 1.25 times higher rate of level 2 disability (95% CI: 1.10 - 1.42). Stigma from family members increases the odds of disability by 1.16 times (95% CI: 1.08 - 1.24) and discrimination by people around increases the odds by 1.18 times (95% CI: 1.10 - 1.1 times). ,25). Inadequate knowledge of hand disability care is 1.43 times higher (95% CI: 1.18 - 1.74); Incorrect knowledge of foot disability care was 1.32 times higher (95% CI: 1.16 - 1.50). Conclusions: The rate of grade 2 disability in leprosy patients is high; Stigma from family members, the community, and low patient knowledge are factors related to grade 2 disability. Therefore, it is necessary to promote communication for families and the community to reduce stigma. for leprosy patients. Improve the consulting skills of commune-level leprosy specialists to care for, advise and improve knowledge of leprosy patients in disability care. Keywords: Leprosy disability, leprosy management, leprosy disability in Binh Thuan.

Động lực làm việc của bác sỹ và một số yếu tố ảnh hưởng tại một bệnh viện công lập tuyến huyện, tỉnh Bình Thuận năm 2023

Human resource for health plays a vital role and has special meaning in improving effectiveness for the organization. This is cross-sectional study, combining quantitative and qualitative aims to fulfill two objectives: (1) to describe the job motivation of doctors, and (2) to analyze some factors affecting the job motivation of doctors at a district public hospital in Binh Thuan province, in 2023. Quantitative data was conducted via self-administered questionnaire among 51 doctors. Qualitative data was collected from 6 in-dept interviews and 2 focus groups discussion. Main findings: mean of motivation score of doctors is low (3.64/5); the proportion of doctors being motivated is 96.1%. Some of the factors posstively influence job motivation include strong leadership, management; friendly relationships with colleagues. Besides, some negative influencing factors including inadequate salary policies, additional income and other benefits, subpar working conditions and limited equipments; Conclusion: The work motivation of doctors at the hospital is at a moderate level. The hospital needs to establish mechanisms for recognition, rewards, and benefits for doctors. The hospital should explore ways to increase revenue and improve the working environment, as well as repair and supplement equipment in departments/rooms. Keywords: Job motivation, doctors, distric hospitals

Use of antimicrobials and other medical products in an ethnic minority context of South-Central Vietnam: A qualitative study of vulnerability.

Despite the global threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), evidence on the use and quality of medicines at community level is limited, particularly in impoverished, rural areas where prevalence of (bacterial) infections is high. To better understand the processes that drive vulnerability to AMR' effects, this study aimed to assess social factors underpinning access to-and use of-medical products and healthcare, among people from the Raglai ethnic minority in Ninh Thuan Province, Vietnam. We conducted ethnographic research in eight villages in 2018-2019, using interviewing and participant observation methods for data collection. Different types of informants (including community members and healthcare providers) were selected using purposive sampling strategies and analysis was retroductive. Our findings show that, despite the existence of a government-funded health insurance scheme, Raglai people's flexible therapeutic itineraries did not systematically start with formal healthcare. Different types of care (private/informal, public, shamanic) were combined in parallel or in alternation, determined by distance to the provider, cost, workload, perceived diagnostic capacity, perceived severity and aetiology of the illness, and trust in the provider. Available medicines were often tablets dispensed in plastic bags containing labelled tablets, unlabelled tablets (in bulk) or tablets ground to powder. Treatment was often considered effective when it relieved symptoms, which led to abandonment of the treatment course. When symptoms did not speedily abate, the illness aetiology would be reinterpreted, and "stronger" medicines would be sought. The precarious socio-economic status of some Raglai drove them in cycles of severe poverty when additional unforeseen factors such as illness, animal disease or loss of crops arose, hampering access to (in)formal healthcare providers and/or appropriate diagnosis and treatment. We conclude that Raglai communities are structurally unable to buffer themselves against the threat and consequences of AMR. Despite this vulnerability, they are among the least targeted by efforts to optimize antibiotic use, which are concentrated in secondary and tertiary healthcare facilities targeted at urban populations.

Risk of groundwater pollution and proposals for sustainable development in Binh Thuan province, Vietnam

Risk of groundwater pollution and proposals for sustainable development in Binh Thuan province, Vietnam

PROPOSING SOLUTIONS TO DEVELOP SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE TO ADAPT TO CLIMATE CHANGE USING THE T-FANP MODEL

The aim of this study is to propose priority strategies for agricultural development amidst drought in Ninh Thuan province, Vietnam. In the context of drought, the agricultural sector faces significant challenges due to the impact of both natural and socio-economic factors. In order to conduct this research and propose effective strategies, the study utilized the SWOT analysis model via the TOWS matrix, delineating 15 strategies to pinpoint the most fitting approach for the agricultural sector. The study quantified and ranked factors within the SWOT analysis and prioritized strategies using the Fuzzy Analytic Network Process (FANP). The outcomes identified advantageous strategies for agricultural production, emphasizing the evaluation and identification of drought while focusing on market development for economically valuable agricultural products based on primary crops. The step-by-step application of these prioritized strategies aims to contribute to the sustainable development of agricultural production in Ninh Thuan province and facilitate the utilization of a multi-criteria decision-making model in resource and environmental management.

Stochastic Modelling Frameworks for Dragon Fruit Supply Chains in Vietnam under Uncertain Factors

Managing uncertainties and risks is always a difficult but fascinating task in fresh fruit supply chains, especially when dealing with the strategy for the production and conveyance of fresh fruit in Vietnam. Following the COVID-19 outbreak, the confluence of economic recession and persistent adverse weather conditions has exacerbated challenges faced by dragon fruit cultivators. This research investigates a two-stage stochastic programming (TSSP) approach which is developed and served as a valuable tool for analyzing uncertainties, optimizing operations, and managing risks in the fresh fruit industry, ultimately contributing to the sustainability and resilience of supply chains in the agricultural sector. A prototype is provided to illustrate the complex and dynamic nature of dragon fruit cultivation and consumption in Vietnam. Data on the selling prices of dragon fruit were collected from several sources between 2013 and 2022 in Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam. The results were obtained from the model by using three different approaches in order of their versatility and efficacy: (1) Scenario tree generation; (2) Sample average approximation; (3) Chance-constrained programming.