My hometown is one of Vietnam’s top cashew, growing regions, such as Binh Phuoc, Binh Duong, and Dong Nai. I grew up surrounded by cashew trees, yet as a child, I never understood why they were planted so widely. It wasn’t until I got older that I realized Vietnamese cashew nuts are loved around the world and exported to many countries. That realization made me truly appreciate my hometown, not only for producing such a remarkable product, but also for how this humble nut helps sustain better lives for the people in my village.