Phuc Trach grapefruit brings nearly 590 billion VND to Huong Khe people

Phuc Trach grapefruit growers in Huong Khe ( Ha Tinh ) have basically completed harvesting Phuc Trach specialty grapefruit, with an estimated production value of nearly 590 billion VND.

Phuc Trach grapefruit crop in 2023 is expected to have a good harvest and good price.

According to a report from the professional sector of Huong Khe district, to date, the harvest rate of Phuc Trach grapefruit has reached more than 99%. Although the output is not as expected, the 2023 grapefruit season is still considered to be a good harvest and good price.

The district currently has 2,768 hectares of Phuc Trach grapefruit, of which 1,906 hectares are harvested. With a yield of over 1.1 tons/ha, the total output in 2023 of Huong Khe district is estimated at about 21,000 tons, with an estimated production value of nearly 590 billion VND (equivalent to 2022).

The consumption of Phuc Trach grapefruit is quite favorable, especially many households know how to promote and consume on e-commerce channels.

Mr. Nguyen Tri Dong - Head of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Huong Khe district said that the average selling price at gardeners is considered higher than the 2022 and 2021 grapefruit seasons; ranging from 25 - 28 thousand VND/fruit. In particular, many gardeners and cooperatives have increased the quantity of products consumed through e-commerce channels. Some units have connected and introduced products at trade exhibitions in foreign markets.

At this time, specialized agencies are implementing a plan to guide people on techniques for fertilization, pest control, and post-harvest grapefruit tree recovery to prepare for a new bumper crop.

Duong Chien - Ngoc Ha