A farmer in Giong Rieng district, Kien Giang province has no smile though he gets in an abundant harvest this year. |
11-year-old Tran Van Hau helps his family with sheaving the rice plants. |
Farmer Ton Van Phong looks sad as his paddy field is affected by rains. |
In spite of having an abundant harvest this year, many farmers are upset because only few traders come to buy and even set a low price. |
Traders purchase fresh rice from VND3,800 and VND4,200 per kg. |
Tran Thi Hai, 68, picks up paddy grain from a straw heap. |
Le Thanh Thuy, 42, and her son harvesting rice plants. |
The rice affected by rains is sold to duck raisers from VND3,000 to VND3,500 per kg. |
The family of farmer Ton Van Hung gets together for a frugal meal after a hard day on the field. |