Visit the largest eel farm in the Central region in Nghe An
Van Truong - July 5, 2023 10:00
(Baonghean.vn) - The eel farming and processing village in Phan Thanh hamlet, Long Thanh commune, Yen Thanh district is considered the largest eel "barn" in the Central region. Products from processed eel are not only sold throughout the country but also exported abroad.
Clip: Van TruongLong Thanh, Yen Thanh district is a purely agricultural commune, with a traditional profession of catching eels. Realizing that the demand for pre-processed eels is increasing, many households have switched to processing eels, bringing in high income and creating stable jobs for many local workers. Photo: Van TruongMr. Nguyen Ngoc Anh (residing in Phan Thanh hamlet, Long Thanh commune) has 15 years of experience in purchasing and processing eels. He shared: On average, his family purchases and processes 4-5 quintals of eels per day, creating regular jobs for 10-12 workers with a stable income. Photo: Van TruongAccording to Mr. Anh, imported eels must be alive, washed, boiled in boiling water to prepare and put in the freezer to sell. If you want the eels to have a nice yellow color, add a little crushed fresh turmeric or pure turmeric powder when boiling. Photo: Van TruongAccording to Phan Thanh villagers, eel processing is not too complicated, but the correct technical process must be followed to ensure the quality and nutritional value of the eel. Photo: Van TruongIn recent years, Long Thanh commune has also coordinated with relevant sectors to open training courses for people on food safety and environmental sanitation knowledge as well as connect with stores that purchase products for people. Photo: Van TruongPhan Thanh village's eel specialty, Long Thanh commune, is now famous far and wide for its delicious, rich, nutritious flavor, known to customers everywhere. Photo: Van TruongMr. Nguyen Van De - Chairman of Long Thanh Commune People's Committee said: "Phan Thanh eel farming and processing craft village was recognized as a craft village in July 2022, currently there are 50 households following the profession effectively, creating jobs for 400 - 600 local workers. On average, each year, 1,200 - 1,500 tons of finished eel products are processed and sold to the market, consumed nationwide and also exported to some Asian countries. Photo: Van Truong
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