UPSI Buys Two Tons of Durian to Help Farmers Affected by Surplus

Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) has stepped in to support local durian farmers facing a surplus of the fruit this season. The university organized a Family Day celebration, coinciding with its July 2026 monthly assembly, to purchase and distribute two tons of durian.

According to UPSI Vice-Chancellor Prof. Datuk Dr. Md. Amin Md. Taff, the bulk purchase was a gesture of appreciation for the university's staff and a direct support to durian orchard owners in the Tanjung Malim area. "With a small token of appreciation from UPSI itself, the two tons of durian we bought in bulk are not only to celebrate the university community but also to support durian orchard owners affected by the surplus harvest," he stated.

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With a small token of appreciation from UPSI itself, the two tons of durian we bought in bulk are not only to celebrate the university community but also to support durian orchard owners affected by the surplus harvest.

The initiative aimed to provide some relief to farmers while simultaneously strengthening the sense of family and community among UPSI employees. Beyond durian, the event also featured other seasonal fruits such as mangosteen, cempedak, bananas, and rambutan. This sharing of diverse fruits was intended to promote a culture of mutual support and familial bonds, which are considered hallmarks of the UPSI community.

The celebration included various activities designed to enhance camaraderie, such as aerobic exercises, a durian peeling competition, a fruit-eating contest, a guessing game for fruit weight, and banana fritter cooking. Datuk Seri Abdul Puhat Mat Nayan, Chairman of the UPSI Board of Directors, highlighted that the event reflected the university's commitment to reinforcing its family culture as a foundation for excellence in its educational mission.

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Hopefully, this small effort can help them while continuing to strengthen family ties among the UPSI community.