Long Coc is among several communes in Tan Son district, Phu Tho province, with the largest tea-growing area. Thanks to changes in production methods, its tea products not only bring high economic value but also create conditions for local people to develop community-based tourism.
The 400-ha tea growing area produces over 3,000 tonnes of fresh tea buds a year. (Photo: VNP/VNA)
Farmers pick tea by hand at the safe tea production cooperative in Long Coc commune. (Photo: VNP/VNA)
The cooperative’s products have been tested and evaluated by State management agencies and granted a certificate of food hygiene and safety. (Photo: VNP/VNA)
Processing tea at the safe tea production cooperative in Long Coc commune. (Photo: VNP/VNA)
The tea is processed manually with secret traditional flavouring without any additives. (Photo: VNP/VNA)
Products are now available in most cities and provinces nationwide. (Photo: VNP/VNA)
The tea hills, resembling upside down bowls hidden in a thin mist, create an impressive sight. (Photo: VNP/VNA)
High clouds and layers of fog create a vibrant orange sunrise over Long Coc tea hill in the northern midland province of Phu Tho, which has been a popular destination for photography aficionados.
At an altitude of some 1,800 metres above sea level, Ta Xua commune in Bac Yen district, Son La province, is home to a rare and valuable type of ancient tea called Shan Tuyet. Local authorities and tea growers are now working to promote the tea brand among domestic and foreign consumers.
Tea and dried fruit are two key Vietnamese products being introduced at the International Agricultural Show (SIA), the biggest annual event in agriculture, husbandry, fishery, and rural areas in France and held from February 25 to March 5 in Paris.
Vinh Phu Bridge links Vinh Phuc and Phu Tho provinces in northern Vietnam. The modern cantilevered cable-stayed bridge spans a total of 509 m across the Lo River and has a total investment of over 540 billion VND (over 23 million USD).