Though durian is not native to Vietnam, the country is one of the world’s biggest durian exporters. Also, durians in Vietnam have been among the best ones in the global market. Vietnamese durians have potentials to gain popularity worldwide if we have a strategic plan to deal with arising challenges.
Why Is Durian Popular In Tropical Countries Like Vietnam?
There are a lot of people who don’t like durian due to its “smell as if you’d been French-kissing your dead grandmother.” But, believe it or not, give it a try, and you’ll find it addictive and understand why it’s called cheese that grows on trees.
Rather than its unusual fragrance, durian is famous for a ton of health benefits having earned it the title “King of Tropical Fruits.”
Need a reason to try this fruit with a really bad smell? Below are some beneficial attributes of durian:
Durian Consists Of A Big Nutritional Punch
Like other Vietnamese tropical fruits like jackfruit, avocado, mango, and banana, durian is rich in minerals, dietary fiber, and vitamins. It is nature’s answer to multivitamin supplement pills.
100 grams of durian has P 63mg, Ca 20mg, K 601mg, Fe 0.9mg, vitamin A 10IU, antioxidant vitamin C 37mg, and vitamin B about 1.5mg. It is an excellent external source to replenish these essential vitamins in your body.
Durian Helps Cure Insomnia
Durian contains tryptophan, an essential type of somniferous amino acid, which naturally produces melatonin and boosts its levels. The higher your melatonin level is, the better your sleep’s quality is. So, the next time you find yourself struggling with sleep disorder, just eat durian.
Durian Naturally Enhances Your Energy Levels
Forget coffee or Redbull; if you want to get more energy into your workout, durian is a great alternative. The substantial carbohydrate amount in durian gives your body a shock – in a positive manner! It helps refuel your energy levels in a heartbeat.
Durian Induces A State of Relaxation
Durian flesh contains potassium which can stimulate the neurotransmitter serotonin to make you feel happy and relaxed. That’s why durian lovers are seldom in a bad mood.
With all the advantages listed above, durian should be one of the most consumed fruits around the globe.
BUT,
How Much Do You Know About The Cultivation of Durians in Vietnam?
Durian in Vietnam is among the most important cultivars. Vietnam’s climate with abundant moisture and tropical warmth are favorable to grow this controversial tropical fruit.
It only can thrive in an area with 75-80% humidity and the temperatures ranging from 24 to 32°C. And it cannot grow in the regions with the daily temperatures dropping below 22°C.
Though Vietnamese durians are not the best in the global market, Vietnamese farmers are now learning new technologies to grow durians with heart. In recent years, Vietnam has successfully exported our durian to many hard-to-please markets such as Hong Kong, China, USA, EU, etc.
In Vietnam, Ri6, Monthong, Cow House (Chuồng bò), Bitter melon (Khổ qua) and Cai Mon (Cái Mơn) are the five best varieties. Among them, Ri6 is the most popular.
Additionally, with the hope of providing local customers with the finest fruits, Eco-Fruits Co.Ltd also sells Musang King – the mao shan wang variety. Ri6 and Musang King durians are always the best sellers in all Eco-Fruits Co.Ltd stores.
We Understand The Challenges That Durians in Vietnam Are Now Facing. What Are Our Solutions?
To ensure stable supplies as well as preserve the consistent quality of our export products, Vietnamese farmers should invest more in post-harvest operations and advanced agricultural technologies.
There are now many Vietnamese brands specializing in exporting local agricultural products to markets all over the world. They not only improve the quality of Vietnamese agricultural products but also introduce them to foreign customers. One of them is Eco-Fruits Co.Ltd.
Based in Hanoi – the capital of Vietnam, Eco-Fruits Co.Ltd is proud to be one of the largest fruit and vegetable distributors in the S-shaped country. Producing while respecting Mother Nature – this is the essence of Eco-Fruits Co.Ltd and what agricultural sustainability is all about.
They are committed pleasing even the pickiest customers with fresh vegetables and tropical fruits from Vietnam without damaging the farmers’ living environment. To achieve their goals, Eco Fruits Co.Ltd works hand in hand with local farmers and deal with them to follow VietGAP and GlobalGAP standards for export.
For the long-term development of durian industry, Eco-Fruits Co.Ltd has been putting much effort into finding the output for Vietnamese farmers. That way, they encourage local farmers to concentrate on cultivating and manufacturing the highest quality products.
The popularity of durian in Vietnam in foreign markets is the most apparent evidence for its bright future. What Eco-Fruits Co.Ltd is doing now is to enhance the quality of Vietnamese agricultural products and improve the lives of Vietnamese people.
