In the 2023 orange crop, Vu Quang district (Ha Tinh) is estimated to harvest over 20,000 tons of fruit, about 5,000 tons lower than last year.

Vu Quang villagers focus on taking care of oranges during hot days.

According to information from the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vu Quang district, the whole district currently has nearly 2,300 hectares of oranges, of which nearly 1,700 hectares are for harvest. This year, the area of ​​oranges for harvest has decreased by more than 500 hectares because people have replanted degraded areas with pests and diseases that do not ensure fruit quality. It is estimated that by the end of the season, people will harvest over 20,000 tons of fruit, about 5,000 tons lower than in 2022.

According to the assessment of the industry experts, this year, the quality of orange products continues to be guaranteed, the fruit appearance is beautiful because growers always pay attention to care techniques, expanding the area according to VietGap standards; in particular, some areas have been converted to organic farming methods.

Today, the whole Vu Quang district is estimated to harvest more than 20 thousand tons of oranges.

With the product reaching major markets across the country such as Hanoi, Hai Phong, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City..., orange growers are expecting the product to be consumed smoothly. If the average price is about 25,000 VND/kg, this year, Vu Quang farmers will earn over 500 billion VND.

To ensure product quality and limit damage and shedding before harvest, local gardeners are currently focusing on protecting orange gardens from pests and weather impacts such as: wrapping fruit, covering with nets to prevent the impact of strong winds, and supporting fruit-laden trees...

If the average price is about 25,000 VND/kg, this year, Vu Quang farmers will earn over 500 billion VND.

“To ensure productivity and quality of the fruit at the end of the season, at this time, people are focusing on taking care of the orange areas; proactively responding to adverse weather to protect the fruit. In addition, to stabilize the market when the oranges are harvested, some households have also proactively contacted old contacts to collect orders in advance to limit the situation of goods being piled up when the main season begins,” said Mr. Phan Xuan Nam - Head of the Department of Agriculture and Rural Development of Vu Quang district.

Van Chung