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Middle East Conflict to Spike Malaysian Fruit Prices 20%

3/23/2026

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Mr. Koh Lai Ann (president, Federation of Malaysia Fruit Farmers Association) says the conflict in the Middle East is expected to raise Malaysia's fruit prices by 20% or more due to transport disruptions.
Shipping issues have raised fertiliser costs by 100% to 150%.
Delays in fertiliser supply could cut yields by 15% to 20% next season.
Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security will discuss response measures after Hari Raya Aidilfitri.

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Mr. Koh Lai Ann (president, Federation of Malaysia Fruit Farmers Association) says the conflict in the Middle East is expected to raise Malaysia's fruit prices by 20% or more due to transport disruptions.
Shipping issues have raised fertiliser costs by 100% to 150%.
Delays in fertiliser supply could cut yields by 15% to 20% next season.
Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security will discuss response measures after Hari Raya Aidilfitri.