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Malaysia durian
Southeast Asian durian producers unconcerned about potential Chinese competition

Southeast Asian durian producers unconcerned about potential Chinese competition

Southeast Asian durian producers are more worried about oversupply from fast-paced farm expansion than the effects of China’s push for durian self-sufficiency.
Durian supply dwindles as exports surge and off-season harvest falters

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

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

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
Malaysian farmers' efforts to enhance Musang King durians' sweetness for Chinese market stir controversy

Malaysian farmers' efforts to enhance Musang King durians' sweetness for Chinese market stir controversy

In response to Chinese preferences for durians with sweeter flavors, some Malaysian farmers are altering the Musang King variety by reducing its bitterness and increasing its sweetness, igniting controversy.
September 18, 2024 | 03:19 pm PT
5,000 kg of durian sold in 5 hours at Malaysia’s first major durian festival

5,000 kg of durian sold in 5 hours at Malaysia’s first major durian festival

A pioneering durian festival held at the KL East Mall in Kuala Lumpur saw 5,000 kg of the fruit sold within 5 hours.
August 17, 2024 | 11:03 pm PT
TV host Jacky Wu spotted eating durian in Nha Trang, Kuala Lumpur

TV host Jacky Wu spotted eating durian in Nha Trang, Kuala Lumpur

Taiwanese entertainer Jacky Wu recently enjoyed durian during his trips to Nha Trang in central Vietnam and Malaysian capital Kuala Lumpur.
August 12, 2024 | 10:43 pm PT
Hong Kong actor Stefan Wong enjoys durian in Malaysia

Hong Kong actor Stefan Wong enjoys durian in Malaysia

Hong Kong actor Stefan Wong visited Kuala Lumpur and enjoyed some durian feast during his recent trip to Malaysia.
August 12, 2024 | 12:14 am PT
Actress Fan Bingbing spurs durian interest among Chinese tourists in Malaysia

Actress Fan Bingbing spurs durian interest among Chinese tourists in Malaysia

Actress Fan Bingbing has ignited significant interest in durians among Chinese tourists visiting the Malaysian state of Melaka, according to authorities.
August 8, 2024 | 03:29 pm PT
Chinese-grown durians remain inaccessible to domestic consumers due to high price, low yields

Chinese-grown durians remain inaccessible to domestic consumers due to high price, low yields

While Chinese-produced durians have been available on the domestic market since last year, they are not as accessible as Southeast Asian imports due to their high prices and low output.
July 11, 2024 | 08:19 pm PT
How China’s insatiable demand is changing durian industry in Southeast Asia

How China’s insatiable demand is changing durian industry in Southeast Asia

China’s burgeoning demand for durian is transforming Southeast Asian farming and the lives of people growing the strong smelling fruit.
June 25, 2024 | 03:12 pm PT
Durian buffets catch on in Singapore amid abundant supply

Durian buffets catch on in Singapore amid abundant supply

Restaurants and supermarkets in Singapore have been offering its first-ever durian buffets amid bountiful supply from Malaysian farms.
June 19, 2023 | 11:24 pm PT
 
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