Year 2 durian trial confirms stronger yield
| Stock | RLF Agtech Ltd (RLF.ASX) |
|---|---|
| Release Time | 8 Dec 2025, 8:26 a.m. |
| Price Sensitive | Yes |
Stronger durian yield confirmed in Year 2 trial
- RLF Program showed a 38% increase in yield with minimal cost increase, indicating a potential 10x ROI
- Significant agronomical benefits with 41% increase in canopy diameter/width and 17% increase in trunk diameter
- Independent Australian trials results in final stages of completion
RLF AgTech Ltd (ASX: RLF) has released the report of its second-year (2025 Season) results of the Durian Trial Program in Vietnam, showing consistent results of stronger yield with the RLF Durian Nutrition Program compared to standard practice/products in the region. The trial program involved durian plants of different ages (3 to 6 years), with the RLF-treated plants receiving a specific nutrient application schedule tailored to each growth stage. The results showed a 41% increase in canopy diameter/width and a 17% increase in trunk diameter for the RLF-treated plants compared to the control group. The RLF-treated trees also produced 38% more fruit weight per tree and 27% more weight per individual fruit. The economic evaluation found that the yield of the 2025 season for RLF-treated trees was 1,666kg, significantly higher than the control group's 1,206kg, representing an increase of 38% or 460kg. The total input cost for the RLF-treated plants was slightly higher, but the grower gained an extra income of $778 from an additional investment of $75, representing an ROI of 10x. The company is also excited to be at the final harvest stage of its substantial Australian-based 2025 trial program, and the results will be used to help demonstrate how RLF products can support Australian growers.
The second-year durian trial in Vietnam showed a 38% increase in yield per tree, with a potential 10x return on investment for the grower.
RLF's confidence in expanding its presence in the durian market in Vietnam and beyond has been boosted by the consistent positive results from the multi-year trial program. The company is also looking forward to sharing the outcomes of its Australian-based 2025 trial program, which will help demonstrate how RLF products can support Australian growers.