Singaporeans are packing their bags — and their appetites — as durian season kicks into high gear, with Members of Parliament leading the charge across the Causeway for foodie-fueled day trips.

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It took just 10 minutes for a tonne of kampung durians to be devoured by eager visitors during a durian "happy hour" held as part of the Langkawi Padi Tech and Agriculture Day 2025 today. tinyurl.com/extpwt9b

Malaysia’s reputation for producing world-class Musang King durians has once again been firmly cemented at the World Durian Championship 2025, where Musang King claimed the coveted “King of Kings” title. tinyurl.com/5n83fbxt

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How do durians go from a seed to a styrofoam box packed full of ready-to-eat fruit? To find out, The Straits Times visits VS Farms, a durian plantation in Malaysia, and 99 Old Trees, a durian retailer in Singapore.

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Dream Cruises has announced the return of its “Durian Party” aboard the Genting Dream, with four two-night cruises departing from Singapore to Melaka, Malaysia. The voyages will depart on August 24 and 31, and September 7 and 14. tinyurl.com/mr8z7v3c

In May 2025, Hong Kong emerged as Thailand's fastest-growing fruit export market, signalling the potential for Thai fruits to ascend to premium market status in the future. tinyurl.com/yrt3x5ke

Get ready to indulge in the sweet, juicy goodness of mangoes because July 22 marks Mango Day. tinyurl.com/2k9rjbtc

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“Finally experienced the joy of durian freedom. I ate four durians a day and had seven in just three days. Freshly picked Musang King from the tree is too delicious,” he wrote in his post. tinyurl.com/m6wsubn9

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Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the total value of the country’s durian exports abroad had increased by 256.3 per cent or equivalent to RM822.8 million in five years, from RM321.2 million in 2018 to RM1.14 billion in 2022. tinyurl.com/4ymypans

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Growers of durian and coconut in Southeast Asia are expecting a hectic time ahead as they grapple with rising demand from mainland Chinese buyers who prefer high-quality fresh fruits against the backdrop of a weak consumption market. tinyurl.com/58b8v7u9

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If you love mangoes, there’s promising news. Researchers at Edith Cowan University (ECU) have found a way to keep the tropical fruit fresh for much longer. tinyurl.com/mvym89dm