The cattle market in Nghe An is one of the largest in the country.
(Baonghean.vn) - Many people from afar know Dai Son (Do Luong district, Nghe An province) thanks to its U Market - one of the largest cattle markets in the country. With six sessions a month, the market attracts thousands of cattle from all over the country, transforming the poor village of Dai Son into a bustling hub. Many locals have also found additional livelihoods thanks to this cattle market.
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| "Whoever goes to U Dai Son market/ Buys a mighty buffalo to establish a large farm" is a folk song about a unique market in Nghe An province. From early morning, people and vehicles carrying buffaloes and cattle flock to U market from all directions. Photo: Nguyen Dao |
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| As the largest cattle market in the country, Ú Market is held six times a month on the 1st, 6th, 11th, 16th, 21st, and 26th of the lunar calendar, attracting traders and buyers from all over the country, and even many traders from China, Laos, etc. Photo: Nguyen Dao |
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| The market is located right in the middle of the central intersection of Dai Son commune, making it convenient for transportation. The market was established in the 1960s and quickly grew to its current size. Photo: Nguyen Dao |
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| The market has separate sections for buffalo and cattle. Buying and selling takes place from around 4:30 AM to about 10:00 AM. Buffalo and cattle are brought here from all over the country and from Laos, Cambodia, Myanmar, Thailand, etc. Cattle from Dak Lak are priced between 13 and 15 million VND; cattle from Nghe An are slightly more expensive, around 16-18 million VND. Photo: Nguyen Dao |
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| The market has created jobs and income for many people in the surrounding area. Many women and children have chosen the profession of "buffalo herder" - leading buffaloes and cows for hire. The photo shows a young child with 3 years of "buffalo herder" experience. Photo: Nguyen Dao |
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| The Ú market also provides an opportunity for many people to check market prices and learn about buying, selling, and selecting buffalo and cattle breeds. Photo: Nguyen Dao |
