Plum trees for a bumper crop of delicious fruit.

Located 30km from Điện Biên Phủ is Phiêng Ban Valley, one of the largest plum-growing areas in the province, with nearly 20ha.

The country recently exported the first batch of plums to Hong Kong at VNĐ400,000 (US$17) per kilogramme, nearly double the domestic price.

Freshly picked plums are sold on the road in Phiêng Ban. VNA/VNS Photos Xuân Tư

The ripe plum season runs from the middle of May, and harvest season begins in the area. The plums have glossy skin. The outer shell is covered with white chalk, and the colour is bright. The fruit is large, delicious, and sweet thanks to the favourable climate and soil.

A grower harvests plums.

When ripe, plums are red, crispy, and sweet and very delicious. This fruit is rich in vitamins, stimulating digestion and taste delicious. — VNS

Plum trees are grown in Phiêng Ban Valley in Nà Tấu Commune, Điên Biên Province.

Harvested from the middle of May when plums started to ripen, everywhere in Phiêng Ban Valley, people can see plum fruit laden with branches.