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Durian farmer offers premium varieties at affordable prices to share blessings
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Durian farmer offers premium varieties at affordable prices to share blessings

From Utusan Malaysia · () Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • A durian orchard owner in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, is selling premium durian varieties like 'durian kunyit' and Musang King at low prices.
  • Ahmad Maher Safian aims to make the exotic fruits accessible to all income levels by sharing his harvest.
  • He attributes the lower prices to owning his own orchard and a desire to share his blessings with the local community.

A durian farmer in Kota Bharu, Kelantan, is making the highly sought-after 'durian kunyit' and Musang King varieties affordable for everyone by selling them at significantly reduced prices.

Ahmad Maher Safian, who owns the orchard, is offering these premium fruits directly from his farm. He stated his intention is to allow all segments of society to enjoy the exquisite taste of these 'king of fruits' without the usual high cost.

"Previously, with RM15, people could..." the article begins, hinting at the prohibitive cost of these durians for many. Safian explained that his ability to offer lower prices stems from owning his own plantation. This allows him to bypass intermediaries and share his good fortune with the residents of Kelantan.

By selling fresh, grade-A durians like 'durian kunyit' at prices accessible to a wider audience, Safian is not only providing a treat for local consumers but also fulfilling a personal mission to share the blessings of his harvest.

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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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