Fruit prices have been consistently rising, driven by increasing demand from the Chinese market, improving transport services and falling shipping costs.
According to Wattanasak Sur-iam, director-general of the Internal Trade Department, the agency has been monitoring prices and found they are increasing, particularly for durian and mangosteen.
The prices for Grade A and B durian have risen to 190-200 baht per kilogramme, setting a new high for this season.
Mangosteens also reached a new peak at 200 baht per kg, up from the previous record of 161…
