Dossier
Stephen Chow
Coverage of Stephen Chow in the Nexus archive.
- Climate change squeezes Malaysian durian growers as they chase China's booming market
Malaysian durian growers like Stephen Chow face financial losses due to climate change impacts, including extreme weather and rising costs, while competing in a China-driven export market dominated by Thailand and Vietnam. China's demand for durians has boosted production in Malaysia, but oversupply and lower prices threaten profitability.
- Climate change squeezes Malaysian durian growers as they chase China's booming market
Malaysian durian growers like Stephen Chow face financial losses due to climate change impacts, rising fuel and fertilizer costs, and competition from Thailand and Vietnam in China's booming durian market. Extreme weather events and oversupply have reduced yields and prices for premium varieties like Musang King and Black Thorn.