PHILIPPINES EXPORT FIRST FROZEN DURIAN TO CHINA

A Davao City-based company, has made history as the first Philippine enterprise to export frozen durian meat and paste to China (Photo courtesy of Business World)

The country has exported its first-ever shipment of frozen durian meat and paste to China, marking the start of trade of the frozen commodity in the world’s top durian buyer.

Davao-based Maylong Enterprises Corp. has become the first Philippine enterprise approved by China’s General Administration of Customs to export frozen durian meat and paste according to the Department of Agriculture (DA).

On February, Maylong shipped 1,050 boxes of frozen durian meat and 300 boxes of durian paste, valued at P8.2 million, to Nansha District, Guangzhou, China. The DA said it ensured that the shipment fully complied with China’s strict import regulations.

The shipment was made possible through the collaboration of Department of Agriculture-Region XI (DA-RFO XI) and the Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) – Plant Quarantine Service Port of Davao.

“From the fertile soils of Davao Region to China’s bustling markets, our frozen durian represents the hopes and dreams of countless farmers. This achievement showcases what we can accomplish through shared vision and purpose,” DA regional field office XI executive director Macario Gonzaga said.

Maylong chief operating officer May Li highlighted the company’s commitment to empowering Davao’s durian growers by helping them access global markets. “Our goal is to bridge the gap between local farmers and the world stage, ensuring Philippine durian earns the recognition it deserves.”

Durian has been one of the fastest growing exports of the country. Last year, the Philippines exported a record volume of 16,072 metric tons of fresh durians worth $30.78 million.

“This historic shipment strengthens the Philippines’ presence in international markets, opening the door to future growth and solidifying the country’s reputation as a leading producer of world-class durian,” the DA said.

Source: Philippine Information Agency 

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