Lao Cai province plans to expand its cinnamon cultivation area to 60,800 hectares by 2024, aiming to produce over 157,000 tons of dried cinnamon and 58,805 cubic meters of cinnamon wood. The production will be done adhering to safe and organic standards, with fair purchasing prices. By 2025, the province hopes to have over 5,000 hectares of organically grown cinnamon. To reach this goal, there will be increased focus on propagation, care, and development of organic cinnamon in specific districts. The plan also includes research and application of science and technology in various stages of cinnamon production, afforestation, forest fire prevention, and the protection of existing forest areas.