In the 2024-2025 winter crop, Viettrans Logistics JSC, in collaboration with PepsiCo Vietnam, successfully implemented a large-scale potato farming model in Nông Cống district, Thanh Hóa province, cultivating 47 hectares of the FL2215 potato variety—a processing-grade potato exclusively used for snack production.
Key Advantages of the FL2215 Potato Variety
- High yield: Average productivity reached 23 tons/ha after just 100 days of cultivation.
- Disease resistance: Strong tolerance to late blight, green wilt, and aphids—common challenges in potato farming.
- Uniform quality: Meets strict processing standards for size, texture, and consistency, crucial for industrial snack production.
Mechanization and Farmer Support
The model emphasizes full mechanization, reducing labor costs and improving efficiency. Farmers like Trương Văn Mạnh (Tượng Sơn commune) received technical training in planting, pest control, and harvesting, along with a buyback guarantee from PepsiCo.
Economic and Agricultural Impact
- Cost reduction: Mechanization cuts production expenses by 15-20% compared to traditional methods (FAO, 2023).
- Market security: Contract farming ensures stable prices, mitigating price volatility risks for farmers.
- Scalability: Due to its success, Viettrans plans to expand FL2215 cultivation in the 2025-2026 season, reinforcing Thanh Hóa’s position as a key potato-growing region.
The FL2215 potato model proves that public-private partnerships, advanced agronomy, and mechanization can enhance productivity and profitability in Vietnam’s potato sector. By adopting this approach, farmers can achieve higher incomes, while food processors secure a stable, high-quality raw material supply.
