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China’s durian demand and Indonesia’s plans — Level A1 — green and gold glitter decor

China’s durian demand and Indonesia’s plansCEFR A1

29 Jul 2025

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
74 words
  • Durian is very popular with buyers in China.
  • China imports huge amounts of durian every year.
  • Indonesia grows many durian trees for local markets.
  • Farmers and investors plan to expand durian orchards.
  • Durian trees need at least five years to fruit.
  • Trees can live for many decades and years.
  • Some people worry about forest loss and wildlife.
  • Others say durian growing gives income to villagers.
  • A trade deal could open new export markets soon.

Difficult words

  • importto bring goods into a country
    imports
  • orcharda farm with many fruit trees
    orchards
  • investora person who gives money to projects
    investors
  • expandto make something larger or bigger
  • wildlifeanimals and plants in natural areas
  • exportto send goods to another country

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Discussion questions

  • Do you like durian?
  • Would you grow durian trees where you live?
  • Do you worry about forest loss?

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