Massive typhoon has devastating impact on popular holiday tradition: 'One of the worst years in my 10 years of trading'

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Massive typhoon has devastating impact on popular holiday tradition: 'One of the worst years in my 10 years of trading'

Kumquat trees, as explained by the South China Morning Post, are traditionally a popular part of celebrating the Lunar New Year in Vietnam and China. They are a symbol of luck and good fortune and are ubiquitous in living rooms and office lobbies throughout the region. But this year, a massive typhoon severely affected the harvest of the popular trees. This led to wild price swings, kumquat trees that don't look as attractive as usual, and tons …