Philippines makes first shipment of durian, mangosteen to Canada
The Philippines is expanding its fruit exports to Canada following the shipment of fresh durian and mangosteen, according to the Department of Agriculture.
Manila, Philippines — The Philippine Department of Agriculture announced the successful transport of fresh durian and mangosteen to Canada for the first time. Approximately one metric ton of these locally cultivated fruits was dispatched to Vancouver, comprising 300 kilos of durian and 120 kilos of mangosteen for Canadian importer Fresh Makers Ltd. The produce was transported via Philippine Airlines.
A subsequent shipment of 300 kilos of durian and 200 kilos of mangosteen was sent to Toronto on September 24. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. explained that this shipment is part of the Marcos administration's broader strategy to discover fresh markets for local agricultural goods, aiming to increase farm earnings and promote rural development.
Undersecretary Philip Young of the DA highlighted that the agency is actively forging strong international connections, securing significant market shares, and showcasing the superior quality of Philippine high-value crops. He emphasized that these shipments solidify the Philippine government's steadfast commitment to placing Philippine produce at the forefront of global trade.
The Canadian shipments come alongside the DA's announcement that Philippine Carabao mangoes have entered the Canadian market following their maiden commercial shipment on September 18. The agency has identified promising commodities with export potential as the government endeavors to diversify its farm export portfolio and alleviate the country's $11 billion agricultural trade deficit. Among the commodities being promoted are durian, cacao, coffee, and okra.
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