Science for resilient forests

Research today.Greener forests tomorrow.

Connecting science, technology and communities to conserve forest resources, strengthen livelihoods and shape a greener future for Viet Nam.

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core science and technology missions
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functional areas of the Institute
2035
vision for integration and sustainable growth
A pathway through a green tropical forest
Viet Nam · 08/2026 Conservation · Restoration · Development
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About us

Viet Nam Forest Research and Development Institute

Science matters when it creates change in the field.

Experts conducting field research in a forest
Field researchScience rooted in ecosystems

VN FOREST is a science and technology organization working across agriculture, forestry, climate change and environmental protection.

The Institute researches, develops and applies technical advances to improve the sustainable management and use of forest resources and ecosystems. It also provides strategic consulting, planning, technology transfer and international cooperation services.

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English name
Viet Nam Forest Research and Development Institute
Headquarters
Dia Hamlet, Phuc Thinh Commune, Ha Noi, Viet Nam
Organization code
0111397689
Transaction office
388 Pham Van Dong Street, Ha Noi
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Mission

Create scientific value and apply advanced technologies to agriculture, forestry, climate and the environment.

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Vision 2035

Become a reputable regional science and technology organization with strong international integration.

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Impact

Advance sustainable forest management, strengthen livelihoods and promote green growth.

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Research areas

From research to transfer

Six scientific missions delivering practical value.

01Research

Crop Science & Plant Protection

Research and apply technologies for crop development and plant protection.

02Management

Forest Resources

Advise on and implement mechanisms for sustainable forest resource protection and development.

03Application

Biotechnology

Apply biotechnology to the preservation and processing of agricultural products.

04Transfer

Breeding & Propagation

Transfer technologies for crop selection, breeding and propagation.

05Climate

Agroforestry

Develop agroforestry models that adapt to climate change.

06Innovation

Scientific Products

Produce and commercialize applied products derived from research results.

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Flagship program

Build · Accelerate · Integrate

Development roadmap 2026–2035

Three development phases strengthen our foundations, establish our position and deepen international integration by connecting priority research with technology transfer, cooperation and digital innovation.

03continuous development phases
2035international integration milestone
Propose a partnership
A plantation landscape viewed from above
Roadmap 2026–2035Breakthrough development and integrationResearch · Technology transfer · International cooperation
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Capabilities & services

Science in practice

Transferable specialized solutions.

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Seedling research in a greenhouse
VN FOREST · Capability profile 2026
Key capability

Research connected to consulting, certification and commercialization

The Institute connects experienced experts with the needs of government agencies, businesses and communities.

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Technology transfer

Breeding and propagation of forest and medicinal plants

Research topics · Applied projects

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Specialized consultancy

Forest carbon exchange and offset mechanisms in Viet Nam

Strategic advisory · Policy mechanisms

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Standards & certification

Organic agriculture and sustainable forest management

ORGANIC · FSC · VFCS

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News & events

Areas of strength

Science implemented in the field.

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AgroforestryCapability profile · 2026

Developing climate-adaptive models and medicinal plants beneath forest canopies

Inventory & planningCapability profile · 2026

Applying technology to forest inventory and planning in Viet Nam and internationally

Plant breedingCapability profile · 2026

Selecting varieties suited to cultivation conditions in Viet Nam

Creating impact together

A healthy forest begins
with the right connection.

We welcome research programs, technology transfer initiatives and development partnerships.

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