A thorny durian situation


The king has returned: Durian orchard owner Lai Kuan Beng checking the fruits at his plot in Sungai Ara. — Bernama

GEORGE TOWN: Although borders have reopened, the export of frozen durian is expected to drop by 50% due to a lower yield caused by the wet spell during the flowering season.

Top Fruits Plantation managing director Dr Tan Sue Sian, 48, said international consumers would have to pay more for the king of fruits, with prices expected to be 40% higher compared with last year.

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