Durian price fever in Vietnam, strict management of harvesting in growing areas

Published 2023년 11월 13일

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The price of durian fruit has increased in the Mekong Delta, with traders buying the fruit at high prices due to its popularity in the Chinese market. However, farmers are facing challenges as the season comes to an end and there is a risk of harvesting immature durians, which can affect the quality and reputation of Vietnamese durian. The Department of Agriculture and Rural Development has issued directives to educate farmers on proper harvesting techniques and to promote good agricultural practices to ensure food safety and quality.

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Currently, durian fruit is being purchased by export businesses at very high prices. In the Mekong Delta, compared to 1.5 months ago, the price of durian bought in buckets increased by about 50,000 - 55,000 VND/kg. Traders buy Ri6 durian in buckets at the garden for 100,000 - 105,000 VND/kg, while Thai durians are bought in buckets for 115,000 - 120,000 VND/kg. According to traders, durian is being sold well in the Chinese market but the purchasing volume is low because it is the end of the season. Farmers who produce durian off-season this year shared that when the trees bloom, there is a lot of rain, so most of them do not bear fruit. Rising durian prices easily make farmers impatient to harvest early. If you sell young durian that is not mature enough, it will not only cause damage to farmers but also seriously affect this industry in our country. Ben Tre province has a durian area of over 2,700 hectares, most concentrated in Chau Thanh district. This locality has a durian area ...

Source: Agriculture