In the prime durian-producing regions of Vietnam, the Mekong Delta, and Central Highlands, there was a notable divergence in the pricing trends of different durian varieties. The cost for the highest-grade Ri6 durians saw a decrease of 15.6%, settling at VND135,000 (approximately $5.34) per kilogram in both areas. On the other hand, Monthong durians experienced a price increase, selling for VND185,000 (around $7.32) per kilogram in the Mekong Delta, a 5.7% rise, and VND180,000 (about $7.12) in the Central Highlands, marking a 2.9% uptick.
Export prices for the Ri6 and Thai cultivars remained constant at VND152,000 (approximately $6.01) and VND179,000 (roughly $7.08) per kilogram, respectively. Tien Giang, a leading durian-producing province in the Mekong Delta, manages around 15,000 hectares of durian farms, which collectively yield nearly 400,000 tons of fruit annually. A significant portion of this cultivation area, between 50-70%, is dedicated to the off-season harvest occurring from November to March. It is important to note that these prices are subject to market fluctuations and serve only as a reference.
Source: VNExpress