Peruvian blueberry arrivals have increased significantly since late last week, resulting in a price drop of roughly ¥10–¥20 (US$1.40–2.80) per box. Varieties currently on sale include Sekoya Pop, 9-2, and Ventura. According to traders, prices vary by quality and taste. For example, 14mm+ and 16mm+ berries average around ¥70–¥80 (US$9.80–11.20) per box for sour varieties, and ¥90–¥100 (US$12.60–14.00) per box for sweet-and-sour varieties. Prices for 18mm+ sizes have risen by about ¥10 (US$1.40) per box. Sweet-and-sour varieties are currently more popular, and some well-known brands are priced slightly higher, around ¥115–¥118 (US$16.10–16.50) per box. Traders report that, despite increased supply, overall sales remain relatively slow.
Left: Peruvian blueberries; Right: Various Mid-Autumn Festival fruit gift boxes
Peruvian avocado prices have also declined. Currently, fruits in cartons are selling for around ¥120–¥130 (US$16.80–18.20) per box, down roughly ¥10 (US$1.40) per box compared with the past two weeks. Traders explained that, in addition to slightly higher recent arrivals, a more significant factor is that many traders still hold inventory purchased during the earlier price surge. With the recent price decline, buyers are waiting to see if prices fall further before making purchases. Meanwhile, a small quantity of Chinese-grown avocados has entered the market, mainly from Xishuangbanna, Yunnan.
Left: Avocados from Yunnan; Right: Gift box of Australian sweet oranges
Fujian grapefruits are now available and are currently selling for around ¥200 (US$28.00) per box. Traders noted that South African grapefruit is nearing the end of its season, and overall supply is limited, which has pushed prices for newly harvested Fujian grapefruit slightly higher.
Imported orange gift boxes mainly feature South African Cambria oranges and Australian sweet oranges. While gift box sales saw little growth last week, demand for Australian sweet orange gift boxes has started to pick up this week, resulting in faster turnover and relatively stable prices.
Imported durian arrivals have been limited in recent days, driving prices higher. Currently, Vietnamese Monthong durian A6 is selling for approximately ¥600–¥680 (US$84.00–95.20) per box. Traders expect supply to increase in the coming days.
Left: Red Rose apples from Gansu; Right: Vietnamese durians
Xinjiang plum supply has dropped significantly, with prices varying widely based on quality. The mainstream price for high-quality plums is around ¥50–¥60 (US$7.00–8.40) per box, an increase of about 10%–20% from last week. Meanwhile, Xinjiang crabapple supply has increased.
More Mid-Autumn Festival fruit gift boxes are becoming available. Traders report that both prices and sales of gift-boxed fruit remain stable and have yet to show a significant surge. Among domestic festive fruits, seedless pomegranates, Qiuyue pears, and Fuyou persimmons are the main offerings. The supply of Qiuyue pears has increased noticeably this week. Many sellers are also promoting gift boxes of attractive imported fruits, including apples, mandarins, oranges, and American plums.