From rice paddies to seasons of hopeful flowers

2025 marks a new turning point in the agricultural and tourism landscape of Phong Du Thuong commune, a mountainous area, as buckwheat flowers are cultivated for the first time in fields after the harvest. With the support of the Japan-Vietnam Culinary Association, this model not only brings a vibrant pink hue to the harvested land but also opens up a sustainable development direction, shifting from purely agricultural production to experiential tourism.

From the initial plots of land, the buckwheat flower cultivation model gradually took shape, raising hopes for an attractive stopover point on the Northwest exploration route. The model is implemented in the villages of Cao Son, Khe Tau, Khe Mang, and Ban Lung, covering a total area of ​​5.2 hectares.

Farmers receive support in the form of seeds, fertilizers, and technical training, and their products are purchased by businesses after harvest.

After more than a month of planting, the buckwheat is growing well and flowering evenly; the model has been identified by Phong Du Thuong commune as aiming to improve the rural landscape, creating a bright, green, clean, and beautiful highlight, reflecting the unique identity of the highlands.

Many previously abandoned rice paddies have now been reclaimed and covered in colorful flowers.

Phong Du Thuong is located on the route connecting Sa Pa - Mu Cang Chai - Suoi Giang; if properly developed, it could become an attractive stop on the journey to explore Northwest Vietnam. After the flowering season, buckwheat seeds are purchased by businesses for food processing, increasing the economic value for the local people.

To date, the buckwheat flower gardens in the villages have become popular check-in spots attracting locals and tourists.

Phong Du Thuong commune, with its advantageous natural landscape, is being oriented by the local authorities towards shifting its labor structure from agriculture to service activities, with a focus on ecotourism and experiential tourism. Introducing buckwheat cultivation not only creates scenic attractions for tourism but also helps people access new production methods, opening up a path towards sustainable economic development.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/tu-dat-lua-den-mua-hoa-hy-vong-post889651.html