The northern mountainous province of Ha Giang held a ceremony on Saturday to announce the geographical indication (GI) for its beef products. — Photo hagiangtv.vn

The northern mountainous province of Ha Giang held a ceremony on Saturday to announce the geographical indication (GI) for its beef products.

The GI for Ha Giang beef covers beef produced in six districts – Dong Van, Meo Vac, Yen Minh, Quan Ba, Hoang Su Phi and Xin Man.

The certificate from the National Office of Intellectual Property of Viet Nam opens up huge opportunities for local farmers, protect their legitimate rights while creating the added value for the province's beef products in the domestic and international markets, according to the provincial Department of Agriculture and Rural Development.

Speaking at the event, vice chairman of the provincial People's Committee Nguyen Minh Tien emphasised the importance of managing and advertising the geographical indication of the provinces beef. — VNS