Hai Duong is a land suitable for vegetables, of which fresh carrot for export is one of the main crops. For many years, carrots have been produced in a concentrated manner, applying high technology. In addition, Vietnamese carrots are not only popular in the domestic market but also foreign markets, bringing high economic value.
“In recent years, carrots have brought a stable income for farmers. Each sao (360 square meters) generates income of around six million, which improves farmers’ lives. Now, I have finished harvesting carrots, and traders come to buy them at the field. In the past, people grew carrots mainly by hand, which was very hard work. However, we now use modern machines, which are easier for farmers” a farmer said.
This carrot crop, Duc Chinh commune planted more than 360 hectares according to Vietgap standards. The total output reached 13,000 metric tons. In addition, people also rent more land to grow carrots with an estimated output of more than 40,000 metric tons.
“Every household in the commune grows carrots, which are nearly 2,000 households. Now people apply advanced science and technology to growing carrots for all stages. The majority of fresh carrot for export is to the Malaysia and Middle East market”.
“In addition, the demand for carrots in Korean market is also increasing. Each year, Korean experts come to survey and confirm the quality of fresh carrot for export here before loading”, said Mr. Tuong, Chairman of Duc Chinh Commune.
In Hai Duong, there are currently about 20 enterprises, cooperatives, and facilities, which purchase and export fresh carrots. According to Mr. Thuat, Director of Duc Chinh Cooperative, carrots after pre-processing ensure quality, food safety, and pesticide residues.
Up to now, the cooperative has exported more than 30,000 metric tons of carrots to the traditional markets. Moreover, the cooperative is promoting Vietnamese carrots to the new markets in European countries.
Ms. Kiem, a local governor, said that people and businesses also need to comply with regulations on plant quarantine. Also, they should take responsibility for traceability, pay attention to purchasing, classifying, packaging, and preserving carrots to ensure quality. Only doing these jobs well, they maintain the reputation of Hai Duong carrots in the process of conquering international markets.
“We support farmers in granting and managing growing area codes for export. Also, we support farmers in connecting with export companies of carrots to have more customers, thereby making prices and competition more favorable. At the same time, we strictly control food hygiene and safety”.
“Through businesses, we require farmers to comply, control 100% of shipments from the field to ensure standards before purchasing. This the shortest way to control pesticide residues because the ultimate goal is the brand and quality of Hai Duong carrots”, Ms. Kiem said.
Over the years, Hai Duong carrots have affirmed their brand, helping thousands of farmers get rich right on their homeland. Hai Duong carrot brand has been growing strongly, gradually conquering demanding markets around the world with its own quality.
Vietnamese sources: vov.vn