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Nghe An highland bamboo and rattan weaving reaches out to the world

Duc Anh • March 11, 2025 13:08

Under the stilt houses of the people of Diem village (Chau Khe commune, Con Cuong district), there is a bustling sound of weaving. The traditional craft of bamboo and rattan weaving, which seemed to have disappeared, is now reviving strongly, reaching far and wide not only in the country but also to Germany, France, Japan...

Nestled in the middle of the majestic forest, Diem village (Chau Khe commune, Con Cuong district) is like a peaceful stroke on a vast natural picture. This is where the Thai and Dan Lai people live, people who are attached to the forest and the bamboo and rattan weaving profession. Photo: Duc Anh

Since ancient times, people in Diem village have taken advantage of bamboo, rattan, and reed materials to create daily life items such as baskets, trays, and trays, not only to serve the needs of their families but also to exchange and trade. However, there were times when the products could not be sold, and many people had to sadly give up their jobs and find other jobs. In the photo: The stilt house where members of the cooperative gathered to make rattan and bamboo products. Photo: Duc Anh

In 2016, Ms. Lang Thi Hoa, a devoted daughter of the village, collaborated with nearly 20 people and local authorities to establish the Diem Village Bamboo and Rattan Cooperative. This was an important turning point to help restore and develop the weaving profession of the people. Up to now, the cooperative has about 20 members, specializing in producing products such as bamboo trays, bamboo chairs, baskets, trays... Not only serving the domestic market, these products are also exported to Germany, France, Japan,... Photo: Duc Anh

In the stilt house, Ms. Lang Thi Hoa and members of the craft village are still working quickly, completing products in time for the upcoming shipment to France. Photo: Duc Anh

While working, she recalled: “In the past, everyone in the village knew how to weave, and materials were available just by going behind the mountain. But now, the biggest concern is that the young generation is no longer interested in the craft.” Currently, in the craft village, the number of people weaving is only about 20 people, mostly the elderly. Photo: Duc Anh

However, the belief in the longevity of the bamboo and rattan weaving craft has never faded. “Preserving the craft is not only about preserving a livelihood, but also preserving the identity and soul of Diem village. With the cooperation of the community and the government, I believe that Diem bamboo and rattan weaving will remain strong, continuing to spread traditional values everywhere,” Ms. Hoa excitedly shared. Photo: Duc Anh

However, the preservation and development of bamboo and rattan weaving still faces many challenges. Handicraft products require a lot of effort but the economic value is not really high, forcing many skilled people to switch to other jobs. In addition, the output for the products is still unstable, making it difficult to compete with mass-produced industrial products. Photo: Duc Anh

Concerned about the survival of the craft village, Ms. Hoa - Head of the Bamboo and Rattan Cooperative in Diem village has brought her products to major trade fairs from Nghe An to Hanoi, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City. Photo: Duc Anh

Every year, in addition to the domestic market, Diem village also exports hundreds of products to foreign countries. Tables, chairs, and fruit trays made from bamboo, rattan, and reed are popular with customers, providing a relatively stable source of income for the villagers. Photo: Duc Anh

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