Penang, Malaysia is set to see a significant increase in durian production this year, expected to triple, with the durian season extending to three months from June to August. The region has received approval to export its durians directly to China. However, the rest of Malaysia has been impacted by El Niño, leading to unstable weather and disruptions in durian growth. This has resulted in a decreased production in Kelantan and a surge in durian prices.