The smoke from burning straw still lingers after every harvest season.
Van Truong•June 3, 2025 11:49
After each harvest, the practice of burning rice straw directly in the fields in many localities of Nghe An province recurs. Thick smoke blankets the area, not only causing environmental pollution but also seriously affecting visibility and posing a potential traffic safety hazard.
Clip: Van TruongFarmers in Nghi Dien commune, Nghi Loc district, burn straw right in the fields after harvest, with thick smoke billowing and covering the entire area. Photo: Van TruongMr. Tran Van Tinh, a farmer in Nghi Dien commune, Nghi Loc district, said his family doesn't need straw, so they burn it directly in the field for convenience. Photo: Van TruongRice paddies in Nghi Loc district were blackened by fire after straw was burned directly in the fields. Photo: Van TruongSome farmers in Nghi Loc believe that burning rice straw saves on post-harvest processing costs and eliminates pathogens. However, this practice is causing serious environmental pollution. Photo: Van TruongSmoke from burning rice straw blankets the Vinh City bypass, specifically the section passing through Nghi Van commune (Nghi Loc district), causing suffocation for people traveling by motorbike and car. Photo: Van TruongFarmers burn straw right in the fields in the Quan Hanh town area, Nghi Loc district. Photo: Van Truong.Representatives from the Nghi Loc District People's Committee stated that the district has advised residents against burning rice straw to reduce pollution and has instructed them to collect the straw for composting or sale to farms. However, the burning of straw continues. Photo: Van Truong
