(Baonghean.vn) - In early October, the forests in Giai Xuan, Tan Hop, Dong Van... of Tan Ky are bustling with people collecting chestnuts.
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October is chestnut season in Tan Ky forests. This is a product that nature bestows on people in mountainous areas, barren land, and difficult life. |
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The work of collecting is not easy. People often get up early in the morning to collect until late afternoon, working diligently and patiently in the dense forests. |
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When ripe, chestnuts fall to the ground in a dark brown color, but some are still inside the thorny shell. |
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To avoid mosquitoes, everyone must equip themselves with modest clothing. In addition, to limit being pricked by the thorny shell of the chestnuts, everyone wears thick gloves when picking chestnuts. |
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Some chestnuts are hanging from the branches. |
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To pick up more chestnuts, many people climb trees and shake their branches. |
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A girl "shows off" her spoils. If you work hard, a person can collect 5 to 7 kg a day. |
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Chestnuts are a popular nut. This year, due to the prolonged heat wave, chestnuts have produced fewer seeds, so the price of chestnuts is higher than usual (about 40,000 VND/kg), which is a significant source of income for local people. |
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On rainy days or when you have free time, a handful of chestnuts also makes us happy. To make the chestnuts soft and fragrant, just roast them over low heat, evenly until the chestnuts "smile" and reveal the white core. |
Thai An - Truong Hien