Durian growers in Mindanao are experiencing improved market access, higher buying prices, and increased profitability due to a surge in global demand, particularly from China, which has positioned the Philippine industry as a rising contender in the international market, with the Department of Agriculture in Davao Region supporting the sector through initiatives such as providing high-quality planting materials, post-harvest facilities, and technical assistance to ensure fruit quality meets international standards, and with the country currently having 23 exporters, 26 packing houses, and 795 registered farms covering 1,811 hectares, the industry is expected to continue growing with the government committed to further strengthening infrastructure, enhancing market linkages, and preparing farmers to meet global demand.
