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Climate change squeezes Malaysian durian growers as they chase China's booming market
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Kanis Leung And Vincent Thian, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on the impact of climate change on Malaysian durian growers can be found through KSAT 12's source.
Climate change is affecting durian growers in Malaysia as they try to meet the demand of the Chinese market. Growers like Stephen Chow face challenges in producing quality durians due to extreme weather conditions. Chow's orchard, located in a small town near Kuala Lumpur, has experienced damage from heavy rainfall and flooding.
This has added pressure on growers as they compete with other countries in the export market. Further details on the impact of climate change on Malaysian durian growers can be found through KSAT 12's source. The effects of extreme weather on local orchards and the export market are part of a larger story available from the source.
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Category: local Published: August 6, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Climate change is affecting durian growers in Malaysia as they try to meet the demand of the Chinese market. Growers like Stephen Chow face challenges in producing quality durians due to extreme…
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