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Death of Lee’s pineapple juice, once served in homes every CNY, signals tough times for Johor farmers
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A fully grown MD2 pineapple in the field. The large crown is the main feature of MD2, known as the "musang king" of pineapple.
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MIRI/PONTIAN – Symbolising good fortune, the pineapple – or “ong lai” in Hokkien, which means “good fortune has arrived” – is an essential fruit for Chinese New Year celebrations in Malaysia and Singapore.
Pineapple tarts are a popular snack during the festivities, and the fruit is also a common offering at ancestral altars.
