How about a taste of success born from the soil? We are now in Di Trach Commune. This place isn’t just another dot on the map. It is a testament to the transformative power of local agriculture.
Di Trach Commune is part of Hanoi’s suburban Hoai Duc district. This commune has found its fortune in an unexpected fruit. That fruit is the Di Trach guava. The Di Trach guava is more than just a local crop. It is a symbol of prosperity and innovation.
Almost every household in Di Trach is involved in growing this special guava. Nguyen Huu Quang is the Director of the Di Trach service cooperative. He said that the cooperative alone has 30 members. These members cultivate about 4 hectares of guava.
The success of Di Trach guava extends beyond the commune’s borders. Farmers have expanded their guava farms to nearby areas. They now cover a total area of over 30 hectares. This expansion shows the growing popularity and demand for Di Trach guava.
What makes Di Trach guava so special? It is the shift towards high-tech farming. Local farmers have moved away from traditional methods. Now they embrace VietGAP standards. This ensures high-quality products. It also protects the environment.
Pham Van Hung is a farmer in Di Trach commune. He notes the guava’s natural resilience. Guava is disease-resistant. It does not need much effort to grow.
The recognition of Di Trach guava came in 2021. The city’s OCOP program certified it as a four-star product. OCOP stands for One Commune-One Product. This certification boosted the guava’s reputation.
The economic impact of guava farming in Di Trach is considerable. Many farmers earn hundreds of millions of VND per year. That’s thanks to guava cultivation. Di Trach guavas are sold in supermarkets. They are also sold in fruit and vegetable shops throughout the city. You can find them in other localities too. About 40 tonnes are sold per month. This excludes sales in traditional markets.
The price of Di Trach guava is about 20,000 VND per kilo. This price demonstrates its high economic value. It significantly improves the income of local farmers.
Di Trach’s story is a great example. It is about how a community transformed its economy. It is about how it embraced innovation. And it is about how it capitalized on its local resources. The Di Trach guava is a source of pride. It is a testament to the hard work and ingenuity of the people of Di Trach Commune.
As we leave Di Trach, remember the sweet taste of success. Remember the vibrant green of the guava orchards. More than that, remember the spirit of innovation. Think about how Di Trach transformed itself through agriculture.