Durian Exports Crash as Climate Disrupts Mindanao Farms
Philippine durian shipments to China fell sharply in 2025 due to extreme weather. Industry leaders seek new markets and productivity gains to recover. #Philippines #Agriculture
Philippine durian shipments to China fell sharply in 2025 due to extreme weather. Industry leaders seek new markets and productivity gains to recover. #Philippines #Agriculture
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