Oversized pomelo in Vietnam costs millions

Published 2022년 1월 31일

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During the Tet holiday, a man named Mr. Thuan purchased a large, golden pomelo variety called Ky Da for his altar display, despite its high cost. Originated in Hoa Binh and Tuyen Quang, these oversized pomelos are now grown in various northern regions. Known for their long shelf life and unique appearance, they are a popular choice for Tet worship and display. The selling price ranges from 400,000 to 1,000,000 VND per fruit, with an increase of 10-20% from the previous year due to limited planting caused by epidemic fears. The selection and care of these pomelos are more complex than regular varieties, requiring special attention to stem and leaf freshness, as any loss of these results in the fruit being considered a loss.
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On the 27th day of Tet, Mr. Thuan (Ha Dong) walked around the Tet fruit market in the central area, looking to buy super giant pomelos for Tet display. This is the third year he has bought this type, although the price of each pomelo is ten times more expensive than the regular one. "I like to display and display this type of altar, because the color is golden, very beautiful, and it can be played for a long time," said Mr. Thuan, who has just picked a satisfactory fruit for 400,000 VND. This super-large pomelo is the Ky Da pomelo variety, which comes from Hoa Binh, Tuyen Quang. But in recent years, it has been propagated and grown in many northern localities such as Chuong My, Dan Phuong (Hanoi), Lam Dong (Hai Phong)... This "oversized" pomelo variety has the advantage of being able to for up to 2 months without damage, wilting. Compared with normal pomelo varieties, this line stands out with its yellow skin, average 5-10kg each. The selling price of each fruit is about ...
Source: VNExpress

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