Tuesday, 13/12/2016 18:13 (GMT+7)
Severe climate on islands belonging to Spratly archipelago makes vegetable planting more difficult than usual. However, more and more rows of vegetables appear thanks to the care from hard-working soldiers.
The following pictures illustrate vegetable planting on Song Tu Tay island:
Soldiers prepare water for vegetable
The climate on the island is harsh all year round, affecting the growth of vegetables.
In the dry season, soldiers have to save water little by little for vegetables.
Greenhouses are made to protect vegetables from wind and sand.
Working hard to plant and care for vegetables
Pumping machines are mobilized to water vegetables.
Well grown vegetables mark soldiers’ efforts.