Dien Chau: Protecting mangrove forests
With an area of over 350 hectares of mangrove forests, Dien Chau mangrove forest is considered a green wall protecting the lives of people in coastal communes. These forests also contribute to improving the ecological environment and bring great economic benefits with their abundant marine life.
With an area of over 350 hectares of mangrove forests, Dien Chau mangrove forest is considered a green wall protecting the lives of people in coastal communes. These forests also contribute to improving the ecological environment and bring great economic benefits with their abundant marine life.
Dien Kim is a coastal commune surrounded by the Lach Van river system, stretching over 2 km, offering significant potential for tidal flats. However, the nature of tidal surges would become more complex without a well-designed wave barrier system. Therefore, since benefiting from the Japanese Red Cross's mangrove reforestation and disaster prevention project, Dien Kim has quickly completed the reforestation program, focusing on proper care and protection to maximize the effectiveness of the mangrove system.
Mr. Nguyen Xuan Thuy, Chairman of the People's Committee of Dien Kim commune, said: "As the commune with the largest mangrove forest area in the district, with 180 hectares, the most important thing to ensure the survival and development of the forest is protection. We have assigned 3 protection teams, each with 3-5 people. In addition to patrolling and guarding against illegal logging, every year the teams also cooperate with some local people to intercrop dead trees and sparse areas to completely cover the entire area."
Mangrove forests not only provide excellent protection for coastal dikes, reducing the cost of frequent repairs and maintenance, but also bring aquatic resources to the local people. It is estimated that each year, more than a thousand families benefit directly and sustainably from the harvest of crabs, shrimp, and other seafood.
Mr. Nguyen Hong Luu, a resident of Dien Kim, happily shared: "Previously, Dien Kim didn't have mangrove forests, and people were very worried during the storm and flood season. Since this forest was established, people have benefited from exploiting marine resources. Understanding the benefits the forest brings has raised their spirits and awareness of protection."
To achieve the lush, economically beneficial mangrove forests it has today, Dien Chau district has faced numerous challenges, particularly in successfully implementing projects in the three impoverished communes of Dien Bich, Dien Kim, and Dien Van. Thanks to effective communication and mobilization efforts, the entire district now boasts 350 hectares of mangrove forests with various tree species, including Rhizophora apiculata and Avicennia marina, averaging 2.5 to 5 meters in height.
With the goal of sustainably managing 350 hectares of mangrove forest, which means protecting the sea dike system from storms and tidal surges, Dien Chau is focusing all measures to mobilize the participation of local communities and maximize the effectiveness of mangrove forests, protecting the lives of tens of thousands of people in this coastal area.
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