MEKONG DELTA, (Vietnam): (Bernama-VNA/VN) Durian prices in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta provinces are falling sharply, in some areas to just a third of the levels seen during the same period last year, as China tightens quality control procedures and delays customs clearance.
In key durian-growing regions Tien Giang, Can Tho and Ben Tre, Ri6 sells for VND35,000-40,000 (US$1.40-1.60) per kilogramme (kg)at the orchard, compared to VND100,000-120,000 (US$3.90-4.70) a year ago, Vietnam News reported.
