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Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Yahoo
Penang hotels, orchards prepare for durian season amid tourism drive
GEORGE TOWN, May 7 — Penang is gearing up for its annual durian season, and hotels and durian orchards are ready to welcome a surge of durian lovers from across Malaysia, Singapore, and China. Although the durian season in Penang started late this year, Penang Global Tourism has begun promoting special durian travel packages for the season that starts this month. Penang state exco for tourism Wong Hon Wai, who launched new durian tourism promotional brochures and travel packages yesterday, said they have started promoting these internationally. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement 'We are not only promoting this in Southeast Asia such as Singapore and Indonesia but also in China because many of them love durians,' he said at the launch. Wong said durians in China cost about RMB258 (RM150) per kilogram, which made Malaysia attractive for its cheaper fruits. The durian season in Penang this year starts in mid-May and will last till July and early August. 'Our newly updated Penang King of Fruits Durian Guide will feature information about the types of durians available and lists of durian stalls and orchards,' he said. The guide aims to inform visitors about the variety of durians, including popular types like Musang King and D24, and where to find them. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement There are 36 different durian travel deals for visitors this year that included hotel and durian buffet packages on both the island and Seberang Perai. 'We have also listed durian orchards on the mainland including those in Sungai Bakap and Bukit Mertajam,' he added. Meanwhile, Malaysian Association of Hoteliers (MAH) Penang chairman Datuk Tony Goh said it is cheaper for visitors to sign up for hotel and durian packages during this season. 'Some hotels will partner with durian orchards that offer good packages so visitors who take up those packages will pay probably RM80 to RM100 less compared to going to the orchards on their own,' he said, indicating the cost savings for tourists. ADVERTISEMENT Advertisement The St Giles Wembley Hotel and the Cititel Express general manager said some hotels will offer lower room rates and package it with cheaper durian buffet prices. 'Like our hotels, we will bring them to the durian stalls we are partnering with for the durian buffet packages they signed up for,' he said. These packages directly benefit hotels through increased bookings and orchards through higher sales. Goh said last year, the promotional durian and travel packages were well received, especially by visitors from China and Singapore. 'We can expect an increase in room occupancy rates during this period of about four to five per cent,' he said. Information on the Penang durian travel deals are available here.
Malaysian Reserve
02-05-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
MayCham: China's durian imports from Malaysia to rise 15-20% in 2025 on strong demand
BEIJING — The volume of China's durian imports from Malaysia is expected to increase by between 15 and 20 per cent this year, driven by sustained consumer demand despite recent weather-related challenges in Malaysia, according to the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (MayCham). Its chairman Loh Wee Keng said demand from Chinese consumers continues to outpace supply, particularly for premium varieties such as Musang King and D24. 'Although heavy rain in Malaysia caused some fruits to drop prematurely, I foresee the overall export volume this year to be 15 to 20 per cent higher compared to last year,' he told Bernama, adding that demand remains robust in the China market. He explained that Malaysia's Musang King continues to command strong interest, especially among premium fruit consumers in China. 'Right now, it's impossible to get Grade A Musang King below RM30 per kilogramme (kg) at farm price. During the off-season like May, prices can go up to RM80 per kg. For D24, the lowest is about RM15 per kg,' he said. According to China's Ministry of Agriculture, the country imported 19.25 million kg of durians from Malaysia worth US$212.05 million (RM1 billion) between January and December 2024. Fifteen years ago, Loh said the farm price for frozen Musang King was about RM25 per kg and could drop as low as RM12 per kg during peak season. 'While for frozen D24, the highest could be RM15 per kg, the lowest can come to RM3 per kg,' he said. He also said Malaysia started to export durians to China since 2010. 'We are not competing with Thai durians because the prices and quality are completely separate matters. We are actually competing with kiwis and cherries as well as those products from Japan such as strawberries and grapes,' he pointed out. Loh, who had pioneered Malaysia's frozen durian exports to China following Beijing's approval in 2011, said industry players must protect the integrity of the Malaysian durian brands in China. 'Some traders mislabel kampung durians and sell them as Musang King to get higher profits. This is damaging. Even kampung durians have a market if sold honestly. 'We have to educate Chinese consumers on the real characteristics of Musang King, D24 and others,' he emphasised. He also said the Chinese government has been very supportive and has shown leniency on Malaysian durian exports due to strong diplomatic ties. Hence, he said the businesses must maintain the reputation and bilateral relations. Commenting on attempts to cultivate Musang King in China's Hainan island, Loh said the results have not matched the standards of Malaysian-grown durians. 'There was initial excitement, but it faded quickly. The taste is different due to the soil and climate. My friend also tried growing it here, but it wasn't successful. Hainan Musang King cannot replace the Malaysian original,' he added. — BERNAMA
Malay Mail
02-05-2025
- Business
- Malay Mail
Musang King rules China as durian demand lifts Malaysian exports by up to 20pc
BEIJING, May 2 — The volume of China's durian imports from Malaysia is expected to increase by between 15 and 20 per cent this year, driven by sustained consumer demand despite recent weather-related challenges in Malaysia, according to the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (MayCham). Its chairman Loh Wee Keng said demand from Chinese consumers continues to outpace supply, particularly for premium varieties such as Musang King and D24. 'Although heavy rain in Malaysia caused some fruits to drop prematurely, I foresee the overall export volume this year to be 15 to 20 per cent higher compared to last year,' he told Bernama, adding that demand remains robust in the China market. He explained that Malaysia's Musang King continues to command strong interest, especially among premium fruit consumers in China. 'Right now, it's impossible to get Grade A Musang King below RM30 per kilogramme (kg) at farm price. During the off-season like May, prices can go up to RM80 per kg. For D24, the lowest is about RM15 per kg,' he said. According to China's Ministry of Agriculture, the country imported 19.25 million kg of durians from Malaysia worth US$212.05 million (RM1 billion) between January and December 2024. Fifteen years ago, Loh said the farm price for frozen Musang King was about RM25 per kg and could drop as low as RM12 per kg during peak season. 'While for frozen D24, the highest could be RM15 per kg, the lowest can come to RM3 per kg,' he said. He also said Malaysia started to export durians to China since 2010. 'We are not competing with Thai durians because the prices and quality are completely separate matters. We are actually competing with kiwis and cherries as well as those products from Japan such as strawberries and grapes,' he pointed out. Loh, who had pioneered Malaysia's frozen durian exports to China following Beijing's approval in 2011, said industry players must protect the integrity of the Malaysian durian brands in China. 'Some traders mislabel kampung durians and sell them as Musang King to get higher profits. This is damaging. Even kampung durians have a market if sold honestly. 'We have to educate Chinese consumers on the real characteristics of Musang King, D24 and others,' he emphasised. He also said the Chinese government has been very supportive and has shown leniency on Malaysian durian exports due to strong diplomatic ties. Hence, he said the businesses must maintain the reputation and bilateral relations. Commenting on attempts to cultivate Musang King in China's Hainan island, Loh said the results have not matched the standards of Malaysian-grown durians. 'There was initial excitement, but it faded quickly. The taste is different due to the soil and climate. My friend also tried growing it here, but it wasn't successful. Hainan Musang King cannot replace the Malaysian original,' he added. — Bernama
The Sun
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
China's durian imports from Malaysia to rise 15-20 pct in 2025 on strong demand
BEIJING: The volume of China's durian imports from Malaysia is expected to increase by between 15 and 20 per cent this year, driven by sustained consumer demand despite recent weather-related challenges in Malaysia, according to the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (MayCham). Its chairman Loh Wee Keng said demand from Chinese consumers continues to outpace supply, particularly for premium varieties such as Musang King and D24. 'Although heavy rain in Malaysia caused some fruits to drop prematurely, I foresee the overall export volume this year to be 15 to 20 per cent higher compared to last year,' he told Bernama, adding that demand remains robust in the China market. He explained that Malaysia's Musang King continues to command strong interest, especially among premium fruit consumers in China. 'Right now, it's impossible to get Grade A Musang King below RM30 per kilogramme (kg) at farm price. During the off-season like May, prices can go up to RM80 per kg. For D24, the lowest is about RM15 per kg,' he said. According to China's Ministry of Agriculture, the country imported 19.25 million kg of durians from Malaysia worth US$212.05 million (RM1 billion) between January and December 2024. Fifteen years ago, Loh said the farm price for frozen Musang King was about RM25 per kg and could drop as low as RM12 per kg during peak season. 'While for frozen D24, the highest could be RM15 per kg, the lowest can come to RM3 per kg,' he said. He also said Malaysia started to export durians to China since 2010. 'We are not competing with Thai durians because the prices and quality are completely separate matters. We are actually competing with kiwis and cherries as well as those products from Japan such as strawberries and grapes,' he pointed out. Loh, who had pioneered Malaysia's frozen durian exports to China following Beijing's approval in 2011, said industry players must protect the integrity of the Malaysian durian brands in China. 'Some traders mislabel kampung durians and sell them as Musang King to get higher profits. This is damaging. Even kampung durians have a market if sold honestly. 'We have to educate Chinese consumers on the real characteristics of Musang King, D24 and others,' he emphasised. He also said the Chinese government has been very supportive and has shown leniency on Malaysian durian exports due to strong diplomatic ties. Hence, he said the businesses must maintain the reputation and bilateral relations. Commenting on attempts to cultivate Musang King in China's Hainan island, Loh said the results have not matched the standards of Malaysian-grown durians. 'There was initial excitement, but it faded quickly. The taste is different due to the soil and climate. My friend also tried growing it here, but it wasn't successful. Hainan Musang King cannot replace the Malaysian original,' he added.
The Sun
02-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
China's durian imports from Malaysia to rise 15-20 pct in 2025
BEIJING: The volume of China's durian imports from Malaysia is expected to increase by between 15 and 20 per cent this year, driven by sustained consumer demand despite recent weather-related challenges in Malaysia, according to the Malaysia Chamber of Commerce and Industry in China (MayCham). Its chairman Loh Wee Keng said demand from Chinese consumers continues to outpace supply, particularly for premium varieties such as Musang King and D24. 'Although heavy rain in Malaysia caused some fruits to drop prematurely, I foresee the overall export volume this year to be 15 to 20 per cent higher compared to last year,' he told Bernama, adding that demand remains robust in the China market. He explained that Malaysia's Musang King continues to command strong interest, especially among premium fruit consumers in China. 'Right now, it's impossible to get Grade A Musang King below RM30 per kilogramme (kg) at farm price. During the off-season like May, prices can go up to RM80 per kg. For D24, the lowest is about RM15 per kg,' he said. According to China's Ministry of Agriculture, the country imported 19.25 million kg of durians from Malaysia worth US$212.05 million (RM1 billion) between January and December 2024. Fifteen years ago, Loh said the farm price for frozen Musang King was about RM25 per kg and could drop as low as RM12 per kg during peak season. 'While for frozen D24, the highest could be RM15 per kg, the lowest can come to RM3 per kg,' he said. He also said Malaysia started to export durians to China since 2010. 'We are not competing with Thai durians because the prices and quality are completely separate matters. We are actually competing with kiwis and cherries as well as those products from Japan such as strawberries and grapes,' he pointed out. Loh, who had pioneered Malaysia's frozen durian exports to China following Beijing's approval in 2011, said industry players must protect the integrity of the Malaysian durian brands in China. 'Some traders mislabel kampung durians and sell them as Musang King to get higher profits. This is damaging. Even kampung durians have a market if sold honestly. 'We have to educate Chinese consumers on the real characteristics of Musang King, D24 and others,' he emphasised. He also said the Chinese government has been very supportive and has shown leniency on Malaysian durian exports due to strong diplomatic ties. Hence, he said the businesses must maintain the reputation and bilateral relations. Commenting on attempts to cultivate Musang King in China's Hainan island, Loh said the results have not matched the standards of Malaysian-grown durians. 'There was initial excitement, but it faded quickly. The taste is different due to the soil and climate. My friend also tried growing it here, but it wasn't successful. Hainan Musang King cannot replace the Malaysian original,' he added.
