Bach Thong - The season of ripe tangerines

Tourists visit the ripe tangerine garden and learn about the model of tourism development associated with agriculture .

Yellow color decorates green leaves

Right from the entrance to the tangerine garden, Kath was amazed by the yellow color spreading across the treetops. The tangerines were round and plump, giving off a light fragrance - a flavor crystallized from the soil, the climate and the care of the farmers.

Local people said that to have quality tangerines, they prioritize the use of organic fertilizers, maintain reasonable humidity and absolutely harvest at the right time to preserve the natural sweetness. Traditional farming methods combined with many years of experience have created tangerines with thin skin, juicy segments and a characteristic sweet taste that is difficult to match in any other region.

Mr. Ha Ngoc Viet, Chairman of the People's Committee of Bach Thong Commune, shared: Tangerine is the pride of the people of Bach Thong Commune. To maintain the brand, the commune has planned the growing area, and at the same time encouraged people to apply safe farming techniques, improving product quality. We always identify tangerine trees as not only an economic crop but also an identity associated with local agricultural culture. The respect for tangerine trees by the government and people has contributed to creating a large, colorful and potential specialized growing area.

At Ma Thi Thom's family garden, Kath was shown how to choose delicious tangerines, an experience she thoroughly enjoyed. Thom told Kath: When choosing, look at the color of the peel. A beautiful tangerine is one that is evenly yellow, firm to the touch, and has a natural fragrance. Kath gently brought one close to her nose to smell it, then smiled brightly: The smell is so fresh. I can't wait to taste it.

Not only giving instructions on how to choose the fruit, the farmers also introduced the unique packaging method: layers of soft paper and woven bamboo baskets help keep the tangerines fresh for a long time and limit damage during transportation.

The yellow color of the ripe tangerines made Kath surprised and delighted when picking each one.

The yellow color of the ripe tangerines made Kath surprised and excited as she picked each one.

Kath was amused: In my hometown, fruits are often bruised during packaging. The care and respect people here show for each tangerine really makes me admire. The simple but genuine stories show the attachment of people to the plants - which feed them and become an inseparable part of local cultural life.

Enjoy tangerines in the garden

The moment Kath peeled the first tangerine, she was impressed: the tangerine segments were plump and fragrant. After tasting it, she exclaimed: Unbelievably sweet and natural. Very different from tangerines in the Philippines. I really like it!

The atmosphere in the garden becomes more bustling with the laughter of tourists and locals. Each story of the people is associated with this land: from the dry season days when having to keep water for the trees to the rainy nights when worrying about the young fruit falling. "Making tangerines is hard but fun" - Ms. Thom confided - "The harvest season is the happiest time, seeing every tree full of fruit, all the fatigue disappears". For Kath, this is not only an interesting culinary experience but also a journey to discover the working culture of a rich countryside.

In recent years, the locality has begun to develop an eco-tourism model associated with the tangerine region. Tourists can visit, experience harvesting and learn about traditional farming processes. This is a way to help promote Bach Thong agricultural products and open up opportunities to increase sustainable income for the people.

Mr. Ha Ngoc Viet excitedly outlined: We are coordinating with tourism agencies to build a tour to experience the ripe tangerine season. Visitors here will see firsthand the process of caring for the trees, pick tangerines themselves and enjoy the flavor right in the garden. The commune's goal is to make Bach Thong tangerines a strong brand, spreading them more widely. The success of the tangerine tree today is the result of consensus: People love the tree, the government accompanies, and the market welcomes. That is the motivation for us to continue to preserve and develop the tangerine area in a sustainable direction, associated with the local identity.

Kath, Ms. Thom and relatives in the garden, where ripe tangerines give off a sweet fragrance.

From the golden hillsides to the fresh fragrance of each tangerine segment, Bach Thong appears as a peaceful but vibrant countryside. Each tangerine is not only an agricultural product but also the crystallization of patience, meticulousness and love of labor.

Perhaps that was why, before leaving the garden, Kath was emotional: The fruits, the people, the air… everything was wonderful. I will always remember this trip and tell my friends back home about Bach Thong tangerines.

The experience with Kath not only helps international visitors understand more about Thai Nguyen tangerines but also opens up a new perspective on agricultural culture - where people and nature create value together. Bach Thong, with the yellow color of ripe tangerines and simple stories in the mountains, will certainly be an emotional destination for anyone who loves nature, loves agriculture and loves the simplicity of the Thai Nguyen mountains.

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