The northern mountainous province of Son La held a ceremony in Thuan Chau district Friday to export 10 tons of red dragon fruit to Russia. Thuan Chau red dragon fruit is favored for its appearance and light sweet taste.
Son La has exported red dragon fruit to Russia for two consecutive years. The farmers have applied advanced technology on agricultural production to improve quality and ensure the purchase of agricultural production amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nguyen Xuan Hoang, Vice Chairman of Thuan Chau district’s People’s Committee, said: “We are seeking partners to export other kinds of agricultural products. From 2021 to 2025, the district targets to expand the acreage of dragon fruit to between 150 and 200 hectares, so we can export large quantity to many countries.”
Thuan Chau district has 3,600 hectares of fruit trees of all kinds, of which 50 hectares are filled with red dragon fruit. A total of 40 hectares of dragon fruit are being harvested with total output this year estimated at 440 tons.
Source: VOV5