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The rise of the fruit that tastes like custard

Custard apple plants are prized for their hardiness but exporting their delicate fruit is difficult.

27 May 2026, 10:58 UTCSource: BBC Business
⚠️ This is a probabilistic forecast, not a guarantee. Accuracy is measured only on resolved scenarios; monitor confirmation indicators below.
A
Escalation26% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • A prominent chef features custard apple in a Michelin
  • star winning dish at an international food festival.
  • Online searches for "custard apple recipes" surge by 20% within a week.
Horizon: 7–30 days
B
Status quo54% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • A prominent chef features custard apple in a Michelin
  • star winning dish at an international food festival.
  • Online searches for "custard apple recipes" surge by 20% within a week.
Horizon: 7–30 days
C
De-escalation20% model probability

Confirmation indicators

  • A prominent chef features custard apple in a Michelin
  • star winning dish at an international food festival.
  • Online searches for "custard apple recipes" surge by 20% within a week.
Horizon: 7–30 days