Monthong durian has seen prices fall by 28% since last month to VND144,000 (US$5.67) per kilogram at traders despite ...

Neighbouring countries have succeeded in cultivating specific durian varieties, like Malaysia with the Musang King and Black Thorn varieties, Thailand with Monthong and Vietnam with the RI-6 variety.

The value of the Thai durian export market, the world's biggest, is targeted to reach 19.8 billion baht in two years, with 152,500 tonnes under the GAP standards.

Durian is certainly living up to its nickname ... due to varieties like Monthong that give a creamy texture. However, Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association is confident that its farmers could ...

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. While China has good technologies, it ...