Move over, avocados – there’s a new ‘king of fruits’ making waves across Asia! 🌏 Thailand’s durian industry is getting a high-tech glow-up thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration between Chinese and Thai agricultural innovators. 💡
In Chanthaburi province, farmer Kosai manages a smart orchard decked out with Chinese-developed IoT sensors that track everything from soil moisture to weather patterns. 🌦️⚡ This tech magic, part of the Smart Farm Pilot Program launched in 2023, helps growers maximize yields while keeping things sustainable – because even spiky superfruits need climate love! 🌱
But here’s the juicy part: Chinese e-commerce platforms are now turbocharging sales through livestreams and digital storefronts. 📱💸 In 2024 alone, China imported 1.56 million tons of durians – that’s enough to fill 625 Olympic pools! 🏊♂️🇹🇭 Nearly 60% came from Thailand, proving tech + agriculture = one sweet deal.
As APEC members collaborate on digital farming solutions, this durian story shows how cross-border innovation can create win-win scenarios – better harvests for farmers, tastier treats for foodies! 🚜🌐
