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Thai Durian Future Hinges on Safety and Quality
Published on 30/06/2025
» As global demand for Thai durian continues to evolve, industry leaders are calling for a renewed focus on safety and quality to sustain the fruit’s international reputation — particularly in China, the sector’s largest and most dynamic market. Speaking at the Asia Fruit Logistica Bangkok Meet Up, a regional gathering of fresh produce professionals, Mr Natakrit Eamskul, Chief Executive Officer of Platinum Fruits Public Company Limited (PTF), highlighted current export challenges and emphasised the importance of premium standards in securing long-term growth.
Durians 'ready' for export
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 09/05/2025
» Thailand is ready to meet China's demand for durians, as the durian season is now in full swing, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives yesterday.
10 labs check food exports to China
Post Reporters, Published on 16/04/2025
» China has certified 10 laboratories in Thailand to check for Basic Yellow 2 (BY2) dye in fruit exported to China.
Govt urges China to ease durian curbs
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 13/04/2025
» Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan met Chinese diplomats to discuss easing durian export restrictions ahead of the upcoming fruit season.
Durian exports to China face hurdle
Post Reporters, Published on 08/04/2025
» Durian farmers and exporters from the eastern fruit hub of Chanthaburi and Trat provinces on Tuesday urged the government to solve issues arising from China's rejection of Thai durian export laboratory results.
Durian inspection hours to rise at Chinese border
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 03/04/2025
» Chinese customs officials have confirmed the extension of operating hours and enhanced resources for durian inspections at checkpoints.
Durian exports set to increase and avoid dye contamination
Business, Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 21/03/2025
» Durian exports are expected to operate smoothly this year, with no concerns about basic yellow 2 (BY2) dye contamination, says Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan.
Thai durians 'free from chemicals, dye'
News, Post Reporters, Published on 21/03/2025
» The government has reassured the global market that Thai durians are 100% free from chemical residues, particularly Basic Yellow 2 (BY2) dye, and said it expects to export 950,000 tonnes to China, the United States, Europe and India this year.
Durian prices set to drop amid supply uptick
Phusadee Arunmas, Published on 18/03/2025
» Thai durian traders and exporters expect a higher supply of the fruit and a drop in prices this year.
New durian checks to keep China happy
News, Apinya Wipatayotin, Published on 18/02/2025
» The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives is confident that Thai durians will remain China's top choice after tightening its food safety and contamination screening processes.