Malaysia’s durian growers in ‘survival mode’ as early glut and Iran war hit export trade

Malaysia’s durian growers are in “survival mode” due to an early bumper harvest coinciding with rising fuel and freight costs. The hot weather has led to an increased supply, while exporters are facing higher expenses for packaging, energy, and transport. Additionally, the Iran war is disrupting fuel supplies, further increasing cargo costs. This situation is revealing the vulnerabilities within Malaysia’s durian industry.