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Economics
Tung trees yield tung oil seeds – a favored ingredient in natural wood finishing, biological coatings, and waterproofing materials.
The green materials/low-VOC trend expands the domestic market and export niches;
tung area linked with medium/small-scale pressing – refining workshops creates an on-site value chain.
Utilizing pressed cake, fruit shells, wood for biomass or handicrafts to increase resource use efficiency.
Ecology
Suitable for midland hills; can be coordinated with native tree strips to increase biodiversity; canopy covers the soil, fallen leaves create humus to improve the soil.
Combining with the under-canopy agroforestry model (native medicinal plants) to raise value/hectare and reduce single-product market risk.
Social Significance
Seasonal employment for local labor, especially women’s groups in seed sorting – cleaning – drying; training on safety and quality skills.
Allocating profit to establish a green classroom fund supporting learning costs, environmental experience activities for students.
Building the geographical indication “Tung Oil Phu Tho” helps confirm origin and increase market trust.
