Pengkalan Hulu, Perak is situated more than 1,000 meters above sea level. It has a cool climate and sufficient temperature difference between day and night, which is suitable for durian cultivation. As a result, the quality of fruits produced here is excellent.
“However, it has been raining every afternoon recently. There is hot weather in the morning and then it suddenly rains. The drastic changes between cold and hot weather not only causes fruits to fall off, it also leads to serious pest problems,” Lee Peng Yean said.
Lee Peng Yean’s orchard is located in Tasek, Pengkalan Hulu, Perak. It covers an area of 18 acres. 70% of the durian variety planted here is of the Black Thorn variety. These trees are generally more than 6 years old.
However, the…
