Perak: Perak has emerged as one of the leading durian-producing states in Malaysia, achieving a production volume of 59,217.3 tonnes valued at RM462.28 million in 2024. Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad highlighted that this accomplishment significantly contributes to the country’s agri-food economy and underscores Perak’s capability in the durian export market.
According to BERNAMA News Agency, Malaysia exported durians produced in Perak to over 41 countries from 2017 to 2023, with China accounting for 73 per cent of the export value. In 2022, the nation’s durian export value reached RM1.14 billion, with RM887 million attributed to China. The demand for varieties like Musang King, Black Thorn, D24, IOI, and premium durian kampung from Perak continues to rise.
Topone Solution Sdn Bhd (TSSB) successfully exported 30 containers of durians worth RM20 million in 2024, including five containers of durian kampung valued at RM1 million and 100 tonnes of durian kampung paste worth RM5.25 million. Saarani made these remarks while officiating the closing ceremony of the 2025 Perak state-level Durian Fest at Dataran Selama.
He stated that Malaysia began exporting fresh durians to China on August 24, 2024, involving 413.61 tonnes valued at RM24.84 million, following a phytosanitary agreement between the two countries after official approval in June last year. Since then, Malaysian durians have penetrated 16 key provinces in China and received a positive response as a premium exotic product, with durian kampung from Perak gaining global recognition.
The durian export value of Malaysia is expected to reach RM1.8 billion by 2030, with an annual growth rate between 20 and 25 per cent, driven by advancements in logistics, frozen supply chain technology, and downstream product innovation. The current focus is on widening access to premium durian kampung from Perak through branding strategies, quality certification, and digital marketing.
Additionally, Perak’s durians are in demand in Singapore, Hong Kong, the United States, and Australia. The price of durian kampung from Malaysia reaches RM29 per 600 grammes, while the Musang King is sold for up to RM400 per 2.5 kilogrammes. Local entrepreneurs are also introducing durian-based products like durian chocolates, durian coffee, durian cakes, instant tempoyak sambal, and durian ice creams, which are marketed to China.