Binh Lieu during cinnamon season

(PLVN) - According to statistics from the Department of Agriculture and Environment of Binh Lieu district (Quang Ninh province), the district currently has 690 hectares of cinnamon plantations in 7 communes, with the largest area in Huc Dong commune, which has over 412 hectares.

Binh Lieu is an ideal growing ground for many types of high-value forestry trees. Besides the long-established anise tree, cinnamon is also one of the crops particularly well-suited to the local soil. From February to the end of March in the lunar calendar, cinnamon growers in Binh Lieu focus on harvesting their spring crop.

After harvesting, the cinnamon is transported for processing, sorted into cinnamon sticks for drying and cinnamon chips for reuse.

Both dried cinnamon bark and cinnamon essential oil should be stored in a cool, dry place and away from direct sunlight.

Visiting Binh Lieu these days, along both sides of the road, you can easily see people busily peeling cinnamon bark, carrying cinnamon in baskets, and the sounds of laughter and conversation echoing through the mountains and forests. A vibrant and energetic rhythm of life signals the arrival of the cinnamon harvest season in the highlands.

During each harvest season, not only are the forests and mountains bustling with people peeling cinnamon, but the collection points at people's homes are equally busy. After harvesting, the cinnamon is transported for processing, sorted into cinnamon sticks for drying and cinnamon chips for reuse. Thanks to this, people are able to almost fully exploit the value of the cinnamon tree.

Mr. La Ngoc Duong, Head of the Agriculture and Environment Department of Binh Lieu district, shared: currently, Binh Lieu not only grows cinnamon but has also expanded its linkage with four stakeholders to grow organic cinnamon. In Huc Dong commune, a model of linked organic cinnamon cultivation has been implemented on over 100 hectares.

"Currently, Huc Dong commune is disseminating information and guiding households to follow the instructions of specialized agencies to increase the value of cinnamon harvests in the area and aims to increase the area of ​​organic cinnamon cultivation in the future," the Head of the Agriculture and Environment Department of Binh Lieu district further emphasized.

Cinnamon is also considered a traditional medicine with many health benefits such as pain relief, blood sugar control, and anti-aging... most importantly, it helps fight colds and infectious diseases in winter such as the flu.

From February to the end of March in the lunar calendar, cinnamon growers in Binh Lieu focus on harvesting their spring crop.

According to Dinh Tien Dung, Chairman of Huc Dong commune, there are 498 households growing cinnamon on an area of ​​412 hectares in the commune. Every year, the commune directs, promotes, and encourages people to change the crop structure, focusing on cinnamon trees, as cinnamon is suitable for the climate and soil conditions. The value of cinnamon trees is approximately 520 million VND/hectare, and there are currently 6 establishments in the area that purchase cinnamon from the people.

Cinnamon is a familiar spice in Asian cuisine , with a distinctive aroma and sweet and spicy flavor, often used in stews, grilled dishes, or tea.

After drying, arrange the cinnamon bark neatly in containers or bundle it in plastic bags. Avoid breaking the bark, as this will reduce the quality of the cinnamon.

The development of forestry has significantly contributed to raising the income and improving the living standards of the people of Binh Lieu. By the end of 2024, the average income reached 75.5 million VND/person/year. Binh Lieu district aims to continue diversifying economic models, applying science and technology, and striving to achieve the advanced new rural district standard by the end of 2025 with an average income of 100 million VND/person/year.

Hoan Duong

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