THE Department of Agriculture -Davao is discouraging farmers to plant in large-scale the Thornless durian variety as it has no market locally and even internationally.
“We do not encourage farmers because we want them to go into expansion where they could earn income. We give assistance to them by recommending varieties with potential market like Puyat durian variety,” DA-Davao focal person Noel Provido said in an interview with SunStar Davao. Despite having no market, Provido said few trees are still being planted since it could be an opportunity as farm tourism in the region.
Meanwhile, the Durian Industry Association Council of Davao City is encouraging durian farmers to plant more Puyat durian variety as it has market opportunities in other countries like China.