Tam Hoa plum season in Xin Man

BHG - "This year's Tam Hoa plums have more fruit than previous years, with beautiful appearance, bigger and tastier fruit..." That is the assessment of a garden owner in Coc Pai town (Xin Man). At this time, all plum gardens in Xin Man district are bustling with harvest season.

BHG - "This year's Tam Hoa plums have more fruit than previous years, with beautiful appearance, bigger and tastier fruit..." That is the assessment of a garden owner in Coc Pai town (Xin Man). At this time, all plum gardens in Xin Man district are bustling with harvest season.

At the end of May, when the first summer rains begin to irrigate the land of "Western Melody", it is also the time when farmers in Xin Man district enter the Tam Hoa plum harvest season. Plum gardens stretch across the mountain slopes, each plum showing off its dark red color under the fresh green foliage, carrying the sweetness of nature. Nan Ma commune is the locality with the largest Tam Hoa plum growing area in the district, with nearly 14 hectares including Hau plum, Tam Hoa plum and Mau plum varieties. Of which, Tam Hoa plum ripens earlier than Mau plum, usually in late May and early June. This year, the plum harvest is good, with many, crispy and large fruits, bringing joy to farmers.

Ms. Vuong Thi Sinh, Coc Pai town, picks Tam Hoa plums.

Early in the morning, Xin Man people are busy picking plums to bring to the central market of Coc Pai town to sell. Coc Pai market is not only a place for trading but also a cultural meeting place for the Mong, Dao, Tay, Nung ethnic groups... Here, Tam Hoa plums are sold at a price of 15 - 20 thousand VND/kg, attracting a large number of buyers from neighboring areas. Previously, plum trees were mainly grown to serve family needs. Since realizing the economic value of this tree, many localities in Xin Man have implemented plans to maintain and develop plum trees in the area, including implementing a mixed garden renovation program. Planting and caring for plum trees is suitable for local climate and soil conditions, bringing stable income to people.

Ms. Vuong Thi Sinh, a resident of Coc Pai town, shared: My garden has more than 50 Tam Hoa plum trees. This year, the weather is favorable, the plums bear a lot of fruit, there are few pests and diseases, so the appearance is beautiful, the fruit is large and even. Since the beginning of the season, my family has sold more than 500 kg of plums. On average, each tree yields from 50 to 70 kg, with large trees yielding up to more than 100 kg. At the beginning of the season, plums were sold for 25,000 - 30,000 VND/kg, currently the market is selling for 15,000 - 20,000 VND/kg. In addition to selling at the market, my family also transports and sells to other provinces when customers place orders.

This year's Tam Hoa plums are beautiful, heavy and bigger than previous years.

Not only is Tam Hoa plum a valuable crop, it also contributes to the development of local tourism. During the plum season, many tourists come to Xin Man to experience plum picking, enjoy the cuisine and learn about the culture of the ethnic groups here. Coc Pai market has also become an attractive destination for tourists, where they can shop for specialties and immerse themselves in the bustling atmosphere of the highland market. From early morning, many people ride motorbikes full of plum baskets to the market. Plums are displayed in all the shops, spread on canvas, or placed on baskets imbued with the identity of the ethnic groups. The bustling calls and bargaining create a bustling atmosphere typical of the highlands during the harvest season.

Buying plums at the market, visitors have many options to buy crispy, delicious plums, but perhaps the most enjoyable experience is picking and enjoying plums right in the garden. Ms. Nguyen Thi Lan, a tourist from Da Nang , shared: This is the first time I have come to Xin Man during plum season. The feeling of picking ripe plums with my own hands, tasting the crunchy, sweet and sour taste in the middle of the quiet mountains and forests is truly memorable. The plums here are much more delicious than those I have eaten elsewhere.

The Tam Hoa plum season not only brings a significant source of income to the people but also contributes to preserving and promoting the cultural values ​​of the Xin Man ethnic groups. With the potential for tourism and agricultural development, Xin Man promises to become an attractive destination in the journey to explore and experience the cultural beauty of the lands of Ha Giang province.

Article and photos: Van Long

Source: https://baohagiang.vn/kinh-te/202506/mua-man-tam-hoa-o-xin-man-1fa450a/