Early-ripening plums in Son La enjoy bumper crop, strong prices

The application of off-season and staggered cultivation techniques, along with early ripening methods, is opening up an effective pathway for farmers in Phieng Khoai commune, Son La province to enhance product value while easing pressure from peak harvest periods, which often lead to falling prices and intense market competition. In the 2026 crop, early-ripening plums have recorded both high yields and favourable prices, bringing great excitement to local growers.