Overview
One durian merchant said the durian season at the end of the year usually yields limited number of durians and the prices are high. However, durians in two Malaysian states this year are harvested at the same time, making it peak season for consumers. The merchant added thatp ricing for Musang King now ranges from S$10 per durian for slightly less superior grades oft he fruit, to S$10 per kg for the better quality ones.
The current situation, as pointed out by one durian seller, is that consumers are still not aware that the durian season has arrived. As a result, sales are about 40 per cent lower than regular peak season. But with more consumers made aware of this current peak durian season, more demand will drive up supply, causing more durians to be imported into Singapore, which could
drive prices down further.
– Mothership, 5 December 2022
Evaluate how the growing of Musang King durians has had a detrimental effect on the native Environment, and propose solutions.