The Musang King durian stands out for its smooth texture, plump flesh and bright yellow hue.
BENTONG: His search for a flavoursome durian ended 28 years ago in Tanah Merah, Kelantan, when he found the “king” of the King of Fruits.
It was love at first bite for Frankie Tong Thien Seng, thanks to a man named Wee, who introduced the fruit which locals in Kelantan referred to as Raja Kunyit.
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The Musang King durian stands out for its smooth texture, plump flesh and bright yellow hue.
Frankie with his first Musang King durian tree in his orchard in Karak, Pahang.
Frankie and a visitor taking a closer look at the durian specie, D88. It is among several top species growing in his orchard in Karak, Pahang.
Durian saplings at the Tong Seng orchard in Karak.
MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Wee Ka Siong (third from left) and other MCA leaders on a recent visit to Tong Seng Nursery in Karak. On Wee’s left is Frankie.
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