"Green gold" in Bao Nhai

In the context of agriculture seeking sustainable development models and bringing high added value, Bao Nhai commune has emerged as a bright spot. It owns thousands of hectares of cinnamon, in which the highest value must be mentioned is the area of ​​cinnamon trees dozens of years old scattered in the villages and hamlets.

The clearest proof of the value of decades-old cinnamon is the story of Mr. Trieu Kim Vang, Nam Tong village. Mr. Vang has just harvested a cinnamon tree over 40 years old, over 10 meters tall. Selling the bark alone has brought his family 16 million VND. If the value of the tree trunk is added, the total income from this ancient cinnamon tree is estimated at about 25 million VND.

"The combination of soil and climate has helped cinnamon trees here accumulate a much higher essential oil content. For example, the same cinnamon tree planted for 10 years, the same size, but cinnamon bark grown in Bao Nhai will weigh more because it contains more essential oil than cinnamon in many other places. Currently, the selling price of fresh cinnamon bark in Bao Nhai commune fluctuates around 60,000 to 80,000 VND/kg."

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Mr. Trieu Kim Vang, Nam Tong village, Bao Nhai commune

Not only selling bark and trunks, but cinnamon trees that are decades old also bring a large income to farmers from selling seeds. On average, 1 kg of dried cinnamon seeds can be sold for 150,000 - 200,000 VND. Therefore, over the years, people here believe that cinnamon trees that are decades old are not only a source of livelihood but also a valuable "savings", an inheritance for many generations.

The economic efficiency of cinnamon trees in Bao Nhai comes from the difference in quality, which is determined by the unique soil and climate conditions here. Therefore, Bao Nhai cinnamon is always sought after by the market with high prices, especially for trees that are 30 to 40 years old.

Bao Nhai commune currently has 4,325 hectares of cinnamon. Of which, the cinnamon exploitation area is 3,325 hectares. In particular, the commune has developed 1,297 hectares of organic cinnamon and has an effectively operating agricultural cooperative.

"Currently, 38 villages and hamlets of Bao Nhai commune all have cinnamon growing areas. Cinnamon is grown mainly on production forest land of households according to planning. This ensures economic development while complying with regulations on environmental protection and social security."

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Mr. Tran Manh Cuong - Head of Economic Department of Bao Nhai commune

Income from cinnamon in general and decades-old cinnamon in particular has created a clear change in people's lives.

"My family has grown cinnamon for many years, there are trees as big as a person's hug. Every year when cinnamon prices are good, my family earns about 100 million VND from selling cinnamon bark and leaves."

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Mrs. Ly Thi Tran, Tong Ha village, Bao Nhai commune

The sustainable value of Bao Nhai cinnamon cannot be separated from the strategy of preserving genetic resources. Nam Det area is not only the place with the best soil conditions but also the place to preserve long-standing cinnamon trees with pure genetic resources. "Currently in Nam Det village, there are many cinnamon trees that are decades old.

Every year, households also actively take care of and harvest fruits for breeding, preserving precious genetic resources. The commune also sends agricultural experts to coordinate with the provincial authorities to inspect, review and evaluate the quality of cinnamon. This activity aims to improve the economic efficiency of cinnamon trees, while protecting the reputation of the Bao Nhai cinnamon brand," added Mr. Tran Manh Cuong.

Faced with the great potential of cinnamon, Bao Nhai commune has built a development strategy, focusing on sustainability. The first goal is to ensure a stable source of cinnamon to supply cooperatives, maintain the value chain and avoid oversupply or shortage of raw materials. Plan specific areas and expand the area of ​​organic cinnamon under control.

Bao Nhai cinnamon with its distinctive aroma and high economic value has affirmed its position as “green gold”, promising a brighter and more sustainable future. In particular, preserving and developing the decades-old trees today is to ensure the quality of the Bao Nhai cinnamon brand for future generations.

Source: https://baolaocai.vn/vang-xanh-o-bao-nhai-post885683.html