date:Feb 18, 2021
s are already destined for China, where the virus emerged but which has largely tamed its outbreak and is once again recording economic growth. If there are no exports, or when there is no stock for the export, I think (such a scenario) will collapse the whole industry, Top Fruits managing director Tan Sue Sian told.
The trade in durians has exploded over the past decade, largely driven by China's growing appetite, with prices of the once cheap fruit selling for RM60 (S$18.60) or more a kilo. T