Durian price today August 17: Dak Lak increased sharply, Thai VIP reached 95,000 VND/kg

Durian prices continue to be vibrant today, Thai VIP hits 95,000 VND/kg, Dak Lak increases by 2,000 VND/kg as the export season enters its peak.

On the morning of August 17, the durian market became more bustling when the price in Dak Lak increased by 2,000 VND/kg. Regular Thai durian fluctuated between 78,000 - 82,000 VND/kg, while VIP durian reached 95,000 VND/kg - the highest price of the week. The atmosphere of harvesting and preparing for export in the durian capital became bustling, with hundreds of containers gathered waiting to receive goods.

In the Southeast region, Thai durian grade A is commonly priced at 76,000 - 80,000 VND/kg, VIP grade from 85,000 - 90,000 VND/kg. Ri6 grade A is stable at around 40,000 - 44,000 VND/kg. In the Central Highlands, prices are higher, Thai grade A is 78,000 - 82,000 VND/kg, VIP grade from 90,000 - 95,000 VND/kg. Musang King has a softer price, ranging from 60,000 - 70,000 VND/kg for grade A.

Other localities such as Dong Nai, Binh Phuoc , Tay Ninh or Gia Lai also recorded a slight increase in price for Thai durian. Defective durian is still purchased at around 50,000 - 67,000 VND/kg, Ri6 defective durian fluctuates at 28,000 - 32,000 VND/kg. Stable purchasing power helps growers optimize profits and limit the risk of being forced to lower prices.

Durian price today August 17 in the Southeast region

Classify	Price/Kg
Ri6 A durian	40,000 - 44,000 VND/kg
Ri6 B Durian	26,000 - 28,000 VND/kg
Ri6 C durian	20,000 - 22,000 VND/kg
Thai A durian	76,000 - 80,000 VND/kg
Thai durian B	56,000 - 60,000 VND/kg
Thai durian C	40,000 - 45,000 VND/kg
Thai durian VIP A	85,000 - 90,000 VND/kg
Thai durian VIP B	65,000 - 70,000 VND/kg

Durian price today August 17 in the Central Highlands region

Classify	Price/Kg
Ri6 A durian	42,000 - 45,000 VND/kg
Ri6 B Durian	28,000 - 30,000 VND/kg
Ri6 C durian	22,000 - 24,000 VND/kg
Thai A durian	78,000 - 82,000 VND/kg
Thai durian B	58,000 - 62,000 VND/kg
Thai durian C	45,000 - 48,000 VND/kg
Thai durian VIP A	90,000 - 95,000 VND/kg
Thai durian VIP B	75.00 - 80.000 VND/kg
Musang King A Durian	60,000 - 70,000 VND/kg
Musang King B Durian	40,000 - 50,000 VND/kg

Last week, Thai durian continued to lead in price, indicating strong market demand. Ri6 kept prices stable, creating peace of mind for farmers. This positive signal shows that the durian industry is still maintaining strong growth momentum, expanding export opportunities during the peak period.

Source: https://baodanang.vn/gia-sau-rieng-hom-nay-17-8-dak-lak-tang-manh-thai-vip-dat-95-000-dong-kg-3299630.html