On July 29, durian exporters in the Central Highlands provinces announced the purchase price of Monthong durian (Dona, Thai) at 88,000 – 91,000 VND/kg (grade A) and 68,000 – 71,000 VND/kg (grade B).
In recent days, durian prices have been decreasing, falling by about 1,000 VND/kg each day. Compared to about half a month ago, the price has dropped by 15,000 – 20,000 VND/kg.
Not only have prices dropped, but traders have also delayed harvesting, causing anxiety among durian farmers as the fruit ripens and falls from the trees. Many have taken to social media to sell their fallen durians at discounted prices.
Retail prices for fallen Dona durians are commonly at 80,000 VND/kg (whole fruit) and 170,000 – 180,000 VND/kg (durian meat).
Ripe durians that have fallen from trees are advertised by farmers on social media |
The executive director of a durian-specialized company shared that it has been raining for 20 consecutive days in the Central Highlands, causing the durians to absorb water and affecting their quality, making them unsuitable for harvest.
“Some orchards with good drainage or located in areas with less rainfall are still able to harvest. However, the harvesters need to carefully inspect the fruits before making a decision. This is an unforeseen situation, and farmers, traders, and businesses need to work together to maintain the quality of exported durians,” the company representative added.
According to Ngo Tuong Vy, CEO of Chanh Thu Group, the recent drop in durian prices is mainly due to increased supply as many orchards enter the harvesting season. Additionally, the rainy weather has impacted the quality of the fruit, contributing to the overall price decrease. However, she noted that current prices are still significantly higher compared to the same period in previous years.
Nguyen Van Muoi, Deputy Head of the Southern Office of the Vietnamese Gardeners Association, shared that there is no cause for concern over the recent price drop as prices remain high.
Mr. Muoi attributed the lower prices to reduced yield in some orchards due to the early season drought. However, the total output has increased due to the expansion of durian cultivation areas.
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