Durian season is in full swing, with Singaporeans indulging in this year's bountiful harvest by buying more of the spiky fruit and throwing durian parties.
On June 20, The Straits Times reported a bumper crop of durians in Malaysia, resulting in lower prices in Singaport.
Ten durian sellers whom SundayLife! interviewed over the past week say sales have increased by 10 to 30 per cent this season, compared to last year.
Prices for varieties such as Golden Phoenix, Red Prawn and D13 at his stall are 20 to 30 per cent cheaper this year, and he expects the Mao Shan Wang, currently priced at $15 a kg, to drop even more next month during its peak season.
