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At the China-Asean Expo, Philippine durian was the best-selling item, generating at least $8 million in revenue for 15 exhibitors. The Philippines has potential for fruit exports to China, but limited supply hinders further growth. The Philippines is working on expanding the durian growing area to meet demand and hopes to replicate the success of banana exports.
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According to Philippine News Agency, at the 20th China-Asean Expo held in Nanning (China) in September, there were 15 exhibitors from the Philippines who generated revenue of at least 8 million USD. . In particular, the durian variety "Puyat" from the Philippines has become the best-selling item at the fair. One kilogram of their fresh durian sells for 90 yuan (305,000 VND) - 7 times higher than the price in the Philippines. The Philippine Ministry of Trade and Industry, in a press conference on September 19, said that the potential for Philippine fruit exporters to China is still huge, but insufficient supply is a limitation for this country. Philippine durian is widely grown in Davao, accounting for about 80% of the country's total production. Durian here is resistant to pests and has high yields. This type is being exported to Thailand, Malaysia, Korea, and Singapore. The Davao Office of the Philippine Department of Agriculture said expanding the durian growing area by 15,000 ...
Source: VNExpress
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