Competing teams demonstrate proper mango harvesting techniques.

A highlight of the festival was the mango-picking competition, which featured 11 teams representing hamlets across the commune. Contestants harvested mangoes both by hand and with picking poles, strictly adhering to technical guidelines. Shaking trees, breaking branches, bruising fruit or causing any damage that could affect the trees’ growth was strictly prohibited.

The teams demonstrated skill, agility and a strong understanding of safe mango-harvesting practices, helping to ensure the quality of the fruits.

The teams showcase creative costumes inspired by mango trees and agricultural production.

In addition, the “Colours of agriculture - The flavour of mangoes” costume design and fashion show brought a series of impressive performances. Drawing inspiration from mango blossoms, leaves and fruits, as well as local farmers and agricultural production processes, participating teams created unique costumes that reflect the distinctive cultural identity of the locality.

The bamboo dance competition was also held in a lively atmosphere, featuring teams formed by hamlets and sub-zones in collaboration with local schools. Graceful and harmonious performances helped celebrate the traditional cultural heritage of the region’s ethnic communities, creating a festive and united atmosphere throughout the festival.

The teams creatively design exhibition booths at the festival.

In addition, the competition to decorate mango and mango-tree models attracted considerable attention from visitors. Through creativity and craftsmanship, participating teams produced a variety of eye-catching displays that highlighted the unique characteristics of Yen Chau’s mango-growing region, helping to promote the image and brand of local mangoes to tourists and consumers alike.

Large crowds of local residents and visitors gather to watch and cheer on the contestants.