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Title:
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Malaysia’s durian exporters see spike in demand from China
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Author:
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Business Times
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Source:
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Business Times
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Date:
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August 9, 2019
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Description:
- Its pungent aroma and creamy custard flesh have proven divisive for the palates of discerning consumers, but the durian has long cemented its reputation as the king of fruits. Primarily grown in Southeast Asia’s warmer climate, the thorny fruit has recently made its way to Chinese diners in bizarre forms, as the main ingredient in hotpot broths or atop gourmet pizzas. Imports for the fruit into China have soared 15 percent since 2017 to about 350,000 tons today, and it seems durian lovers there are hungry for more.
