University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University
University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University
Seminar on “Mụ Nú Tea Plant: Current Practices and Future Prospects” – Connecting Research, Conservation, and Sustainable Development of a Valuable Indigenous Plant
On May 14, 2026, the University of Agriculture and Forestry, Hue University (HUAF), organized a seminar entitled “Mụ Nú Tea Plant: Current Practices and Future Prospects.” The event served as an academic forum for exchanging knowledge and practical experience in the research, conservation, and development of indigenous plant species with significant economic and ecological value.
The seminar was attended by Prof. Nguyen Quoc Vong from Western Sydney University. Representing HUAF were Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thanh Duc, Rector of the University, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Nguyen Huu Van, Vice Rector, along with faculty members and staff from the Faculties of Agronomy, Forestry, and Mechanical Engineering and Food Technology.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thanh Duc, HUAF's Rector
In his opening remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Tran Thanh Duc emphasized the importance of promoting research on indigenous plant resources and strengthening collaboration between academia and practice to support sustainable agricultural development. Prof. Nguyen Quoc Vong also shared valuable insights and highlighted opportunities for international cooperation in research and the development of native plant resources.
During the seminar, participants discussed the biological characteristics, medicinal properties, economic potential, and current status of the cultivation and utilization of the Mụ Nú tea plant in several localities. Many speakers noted that this indigenous species holds considerable promise for developing distinctive local products, improving livelihoods in mountainous communities, and contributing to green economic growth.
Prof. Nguyen Quoc Vong from Western Sydney University, Australia
The seminar also addressed key challenges related to genetic resource conservation, propagation techniques, cultivation practices, and strategies for establishing a sustainable value chain for Mụ Nú tea products. The presentations and discussions introduced new research directions and collaborative opportunities aimed at maximizing the value of this native plant while promoting biodiversity conservation and sustainable natural resource management.
The event provided a valuable platform for strengthening the connection between scientific research and practical production. It also enabled faculty members and staff to gain insights into emerging issues concerning indigenous plant resources, ecological agriculture, and innovation in the development of local specialty products.
The seminar concluded with a souvenir presentation ceremony and a group photo session, marking a successful event that fostered academic exchange and laid the foundation for future collaboration in the conservation and sustainable development of valuable indigenous plant resources.
Commemorative group photo
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