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Bought a bit more land recently and the previous owner had both durian and mangosteens growing on it. The trees are approximately 3 to 5 meters tall and the mangosteens are producing fruit, but not the durians. However, the previous guy planted the trees quite closely together, about 2 to 4 meters apart, which is way too close. Obviously, I now need to thin them out, but am unsure what distance I should leave between trees. I have looked on the internet for measurements, but all the sites I've looked at recommend different spacings. So, I'm now turning to you guys out there who are also growing either mangosteens or durians. What distance between trees works best for you? Also, I'm thinking of digging up a few of the smaller durian trees (approximately 1.0 - 1.5m high) and planting them somewhere else so that there's more space between the trees. Are durian trees sensitive to being transplanted?

Just my 2 cents worth; Is there water on the land (stream, borehole, mains)? Is there fencing around the property (to keep out neighbours who forage and stray dogs).

I most certainly did not go out looking for a dodgy visa. The agent I used came highly recommended by a (then) work colleague. Thanks for nothing.

Did they have a choice in the matter? Don't let the door hit you in the ar$e on the way out.

Had not thought of that!!! Thank you.

To cut a very long story short, in Feb./Mar. this year I went to an agent in Bangkok and changed to a retirement visa. However, unbeknownst to me until after the visa was issued, they went to TRANG to get it there (long story). Now, I need a Certificate of Residence and this is obviously going to open a whole can of worms as I don't actually live in Trang. So, I am wondering is it possible to change my "address" from Trang to let's say Bangkok or Nakhon Ratchasima, where I actually live? IF yes, then HOW do I do this? Could I then do the extension in BKK or NR next year, or can it only be extended in Trang? Also, IF I were to leave the country, would that automatically cancel the retirement visa? Thank you.

Are you mad?!?! Perish the thought.

Didn't know him personally, but always found his comments and information good and useful. RIP Joe

There you have it. From the horse's mouth. Case closed. We can all rest assured now.

Join the club ????

The sector should have been modernized years ago. Yes, many people will lose their jobs, but they need to be retrained and shown how to be more valuable to the economy/earn more for themselves and their families.

It's no wonder considering the way food is handled in a lot of places.

Last time there was an election here, it fell exactly on my 50th birthday. I honestly and truly didn't even think about the election (let's be honest, if you're turning 50, who would be thinking about elections?). Anyways, minutes before 6 o'clock I sail into my favourite pub up on Sukhumvit with a big smile on my face and a wad of money in my wallet. I order a pint of the black stuff only to be told "Sorry sir, we're closing at 6. No can sell alcohol today". That was the driest birthday of my entire adult life! Never again! Now I is a gonna stock up real good this time round!

Geography isn't their forte.

So an officer sees a person in need of a bit of help, instinctively lends a hand and this is what you think he's after: a tip!?!? Would you think the same of me when I hold the door open/hold the lift/stop at a zebra crossing/help a parent carry their children's buggy up/down the steps?

This is their biggest concern? Sooooo relieved that there are absolutely no other problems in this country for them to investigate.

What's that saying again? ???? You've made your bed, now lie in it.

I pruned them back a lot in December gone and the new growth since then is simply amazing! Lovely, lush green plants. All the trees are connected to my irrigation system, so they have been getting plenty of water as well and some fertilizer.

Don't let the door hit you on the way out.

When is the best time of the year to air-layer citrus trees here in Thailand/Isaan? Thank you.

"WTF" is the first thing that comes to mind.

If only I could bring myself to make videos about absolutely nothing of any real value and talk s**t, I too could be a millionaire.

Great news!

Look for a different place to eat. ???? All kidding aside, probably one of the more useful apps.

Yes please!