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Introduction – The Shifting Ground of Vietnam’s Durian Industry The durian market in Vietnam is currently undergoing one of its most volatile phases in recent memory. If you’re in the business of sourcing or trading durian, this is not just another blip on the radar—you need to pay attention. A combination of stricter import…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Coconut Sector in China The coconut market in China is undergoing a whirlwind of changes, and if you’re in the game—whether sourcing, importing, or selling coconut products—keeping up isn’t optional anymore. As of June 2025, the Chinese coconut sector is being reshaped by a perfect storm of…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Coffee Bean Sector in Brazil Brazil’s coffee bean market has always been a cornerstone of the global coffee trade. But as we step into 2025, the landscape is shifting fast—and not always in predictable ways. For starters, the weather has been a rollercoaster. Droughts in 2024 left…

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Introduction – Vietnam’s Cashew Nut Market: A Quantitative Overview If you’re in the snack food or plant-based product business, cashew nuts are likely a staple on your procurement list. And when it comes to sourcing high-quality cashew nuts, Vietnam remains the undisputed king of the global market. In 2024, Vietnam exported around 730,000 tons…

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Introduction – Brazil’s Durian Market: A Quantitative Overview When you think of durian, Brazil probably isn’t the first country that comes to mind—and for good reason. Brazil, despite its vast tropical regions, isn’t currently a significant player in the global durian trade. Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia, dominate this pungent, polarizing…