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Weather dashes durian farmers’ hopes for off-season bonanza

Weather dashes durian farmers’ hopes for off-season bonanza

Vietnamese farmers expect off-season durian they grow to give them a competitive edge over their Thai counterparts, but not this year as unfavorable weather has decimated yields.
Durian farmers face losses even with prices doubling

Durian farmers face losses even with prices doubling

Durian supply dwindles as exports surge and off-season harvest falters

Durian supply dwindles as exports surge and off-season harvest falters

Quiz: Which durian variety is the most popular in Singapore?

Quiz: Which durian variety is the most popular in Singapore?

Singapore procures over 100,000 kilograms of durians daily during peak season to meets the demand of its residents, who love the fruit.
October 26, 2024 | 03:28 pm PT
Quiz: How many durian varieties does Thailand have?

Quiz: How many durian varieties does Thailand have?

A lot of durian cultivars are registered with the Thai government, but not all of them are commercially produced.
October 24, 2024 | 03:27 pm PT
Quiz: Which is Thailand's most famous durian variety?

Quiz: Which is Thailand's most famous durian variety?

Thailand's most famous durian variety is also its top choice for exports.
October 20, 2024 | 03:15 pm PT
Why should you consume durian with caution?

Why should you consume durian with caution?

While durian offers a wealth of nutrients, there are potential side effects that consumers, especially those with specific health conditions, should be aware of.
October 17, 2024 | 07:23 pm PT
Quiz: How are durians harvested?

Quiz: How are durians harvested?

Vietnam produces about 1.2 million tons of durians per year, which are harvested in a specific way.
October 17, 2024 | 03:35 pm PT
Durian theft a concern for farmers in major growing areas as prices soar

Durian theft a concern for farmers in major growing areas as prices soar

Durian theft has become a growing concern for farmers in major producing regions, especially during peak harvest seasons, as the fruit’s prices have soared in recent years.
October 17, 2024 | 03:27 pm PT
Why is durian good for you?

Why is durian good for you?

Durian is notable for its rich nutritional profile, offering various health benefits, including improved digestion, heart health, and potential support for weight management.
October 15, 2024 | 10:50 pm PT
Quiz: How long does it take for durian to start bearing fruit?

Quiz: How long does it take for durian to start bearing fruit?

Growing durian can be a lucrative business once the trees bear fruit, but that process can take a long time.
October 15, 2024 | 06:11 pm PT
My cousin wants his son to skip university to help with family's durian farm

My cousin wants his son to skip university to help with family's durian farm

My cousin was once determined to send his son to university for a better life, but he changed his mind after becoming wealthy from his durian farm.
October 15, 2024 | 03:59 pm PT
China-based company loses $600,000 in frozen Musang King durian scam

China-based company loses $600,000 in frozen Musang King durian scam

A company in China has lost RM2.6 million (US$603,000) in a fraudulent deal to purchase frozen Musang King durian from Malaysia.
October 15, 2024 | 03:40 pm PT
My uncle to replace orchard with durian farm for potential $40,000 yearly income

My uncle to replace orchard with durian farm for potential $40,000 yearly income

Dreaming of earning billions of dong (VND1 billion = US$40,300) annually from durians, my uncle plans to tear down his star apple orchard that is close to producing fruits.
October 13, 2024 | 03:00 pm PT
Neighbor's $20,000 durian harvest sparks quarrels in my family

Neighbor's $20,000 durian harvest sparks quarrels in my family

Seeing our neighbor’s durian orchard earning profits of VND500 million (US$20,100) per harvest, my wife insisted that I borrow money to start growing the fruit.
October 11, 2024 | 03:18 pm PT
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