Rice paddies bear sweet fruit in Vinh An

Many farmers in Vinh An commune have boldly switched from rice cultivation to fruit tree farming, applying new techniques and establishing production linkages. These models generate hundreds of millions of dong in revenue each year.

A model of pomelo cultivation in Vinh An commune. Photo: LE TRUNG HIEU

Mr. Nguyen Van Tam, residing in Vinh Quoi hamlet, recognized the high economic efficiency of fruit tree cultivation and converted 1 hectare of rice paddy land to planting nearly 350 green pomelo trees, generating an income of 80-120 million VND per year. Thanks to the application of scientific and technical farming methods and the use of an automatic irrigation system, fruit tree cultivation requires significantly less labor than before. According to Mr. Tam, the green pomelo variety has beautiful fruit, thin skin, a sweet and refreshing taste, and is very juicy, making it popular in the market. Currently, his pomelo orchard yields an average of about 1 ton per month, selling to traders at 12,000-18,000 VND/kg, resulting in a profit of 120-150 million VND per year.

Besides growing green pomelos, Mr. Tam has just started planting 3,000 square meters of Indonesian red-fleshed jackfruit. According to Mr. Tam, his 3-month-old jackfruit orchard is developing well and is expected to bear fruit after 12-14 months of planting. Mr. Tam shared: “Given the increasing market demand, to sell at high prices and gain consumer trust, in addition to cultivating high yields and attractive appearance, farmers need to know how to apply science , technology, and advanced techniques to produce pomelos that ensure quality, food safety, and establish stable outlets for their agricultural products.”

According to Ly Duong Huy Toan, Chairman of the Farmers' Association of Vinh An commune, the association focuses on disseminating information and mobilizing members to participate in socio-economic development movements, helping each other develop production, create jobs, increase income, and improve the lives of members and their families. The association encourages officials, members, and farmers to foster creativity, innovate thinking, boldly change their mindset and methods in production and business, and strive to escape poverty and achieve legitimate wealth. At the same time, it actively encourages farmers to diversify crop and livestock structures, and apply scientific and technological advancements to production to improve productivity, quality, and reduce the cost of agricultural products.

Thanks to his bold decision to restructure his crop cultivation, Mr. Tran Van Ket, residing in Tan Thanh hamlet, has achieved success with his durian farming model. In 2017, he converted 0.5 hectares of rice paddy land to planting 100 Ri 6 durian trees. To reduce costs and labor, he invested in an irrigation system, utilized the empty spaces between the durian trees to plant lemons, coconuts, and pineapples; invested in some landscaping, and opened an eco -tourism service… This model brings his family a profit of over 300 million VND per year.

Unlike traditional farming methods that overuse fertilizers and chemical pesticides, Mr. Ket's durian orchard is cultivated organically. By strictly adhering to standards for organic fertilizers and biological products, the durians are guaranteed safe for consumers' health. Besides selling produce, Mr. Ket's durian orchard also welcomes tourists. Developing organic durian farming combined with orchard tourism enhances the value of agricultural products and contributes to environmental protection.

Upon arriving at the orchard, visitors can enjoy the fresh, cool air and see clusters of durians laden with fruit from root to tip. In the orchard, visitors can choose perfectly ripe durians and enjoy them on the spot to experience the freshness of freshly picked durians in the cool, pleasant atmosphere of the garden. Additionally, visitors can chat with the orchard owner to learn about clean durian farming practices. “I prioritize applying science, technology, and advanced techniques to production to create clean and safe products for consumers. That way, agricultural products will be well-received,” Mr. Ket said.

LE TRUNG HIEU

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