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| Tourists visit the ripe tangerine orchards and learn about the model of tourism development linked to agriculture . |
Yellow accents the green leaves.
From the moment she entered the tangerine orchard, Kath expressed her surprise at the golden hues stretching across the trees. The round, plump tangerines emitted a delicate aroma—a flavor distilled from the soil, climate, and the farmers' meticulous care.
Locals say that to produce high-quality tangerines, they prioritize the use of organic fertilizers, maintain optimal humidity levels, and harvest at the right time to preserve natural sweetness. Traditional farming methods combined with years of experience have resulted in tangerines with thin skins, juicy segments, and a distinctive, refreshing sweetness that is hard to find anywhere else.
Mr. Ha Ngoc Viet, Chairman of the People's Committee of Bach Thong commune, shared: "Mandarin oranges are the pride of the people of Bach Thong commune. To maintain the brand, the commune has planned the planting area and encouraged people to apply safe farming techniques to improve product quality. We always consider mandarin oranges not only as an economic crop but also as an identity associated with the local agricultural culture. The respect for mandarin oranges from the government and the people has contributed to creating a vast, colorful, and potentially developing specialized cultivation area."
At Ms. Ma Thi Thom's family garden, Kath was guided on how to choose delicious tangerines, an experience she thoroughly enjoyed. Ms. Thom told Kath: "When choosing, look at the color of the peel. Beautiful tangerines are evenly yellow, firm to the touch, and have a natural aroma." Kath gently brought a tangerine close to her nose to smell it, then smiled brightly: "It smells so fresh! I can't wait to taste it."
Besides guiding people on how to choose the fruit, the locals also introduced their unique packaging method: layers of soft paper and woven bamboo baskets help keep the tangerines fresh longer and minimize bruising during transportation.
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| The vibrant yellow of the ripe tangerines surprised and delighted Kath as she picked each one. |
Kath said enthusiastically: "Back home, fruit is often easily bruised during packaging. The care and reverence people here show for each tangerine truly impresses me. These simple yet genuine stories reveal the people's deep connection to their crops – the very things that sustain them and have become an inseparable part of their local culture."
Enjoy tangerines in the orchard.
The moment Kath peeled the first tangerine left a lasting impression on her: the segments were plump and fragrant. Upon tasting it, she exclaimed: "Incredibly sweet and natural! So different from tangerines in the Philippines. I really like it!"
The atmosphere in the garden became more lively with the laughter and chatter of tourists and locals. Every story shared by the villagers was connected to this land: from the dry season when they had to conserve water for the trees to the rainy nights worrying about the young fruit falling off. “Growing tangerines is hard work, but it’s fun,” Thơm confided. “The harvest season is the happiest time; seeing every tree laden with fruit makes all the fatigue disappear.” For Kath, this was not only an enjoyable culinary experience but also a journey to discover the labor culture of a prosperous countryside.
In recent years, the locality has begun developing an ecotourism model associated with the mandarin orange growing region. Tourists can visit, experience harvesting, and learn about traditional farming processes. This is a direction that helps promote Bach Thong's agricultural products and opens up opportunities for sustainable income increase for the people.
Mr. Ha Ngoc Viet enthusiastically outlined: "We are coordinating with tourism units to develop a tour experiencing the ripening season of mandarins. Visitors will be able to see firsthand the process of caring for the trees, pick mandarins themselves, and enjoy the taste right in the orchard. The commune's goal is to make Bach Thong mandarins a strong brand, spreading its reach even further. The success of the mandarin crop today is the result of unity: the people love the trees, the government supports them, and the market accepts them. That is the motivation for us to continue preserving and developing the mandarin growing area in a sustainable way, linked to the local identity."
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| Kath, Thơm, and other relatives are in the garden, where ripe tangerines emit a sweet, gentle fragrance. |
From the golden hillsides to the refreshing aroma of each tangerine segment, Bach Thong emerges as a peaceful yet vibrant countryside. Each tangerine is not just an agricultural product, but also the embodiment of patience, meticulousness, and a love of labor.
Perhaps that's why, before leaving the orchard, Kath was moved: "The fruit, the people, the atmosphere… everything was wonderful. I will always remember this trip and tell my friends back home about Bach Thong tangerines."
Kath's experience not only helps international tourists better understand Thai Nguyen tangerines but also opens up a new perspective on agricultural culture – where humans and nature create value together. Bach Thong, with its golden ripe tangerines and simple stories amidst the hills, will surely be an emotionally rich destination for anyone who loves nature, agriculture, and the tranquility of the Thai Nguyen hills.
Source: https://baothainguyen.vn/kinh-te/202512/bach-thong-mua-quyt-chin-3f501ae/
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