"In a normal year the harvest season of Californian cherries is from May to the end of June. There are dozens of varieties, including the Bing cherry, Brooks and Xuelan. Because of the differences in soil and climate, no matter it's taste, sugar degree, gloss or appearance, domestic cherries can never compete with American ones." said Si Mao from Beijing Duoyuanaitao Trade Co., Ltd.
The team of Beijing Duoyuanaitao Trade Co Ltd (left) and their imported American cherries (right)
American cherries
"The production season of American cherries overlaps with that of the domestic ones. Chinese domestic cherries are currently entering the market in large volumes, which, however, didn't threaten their market share in the Chinese market. The reasons are: firstly, the quality of American cherries is apparently better. Secondly, this year, the export volume of American cherries to China is more stable than in previous years and there's been no cut-throat competition from Chilean cherries. "
American cherries
American cherries
"Through air freight, we directly import cherries from America and sell them in the wholesale markets, supermarkets and e-commerce platforms of the first and second-tier cities in China. Currently, the price of American cherries, compared to that of the last production season, didn't fluctuate much. Although due to political reasons, in the previous period, the rumors that the risk of import and export between China and America will increase their spread in the market, which caused some panic. I think it will not cause big problems because consumers always emphasize the quality. As their quality of life improves, they are willing to pay much more for high-quality products."
Si Mao
Company: Beijing Duoyuanaitao Trade Co., Ltd
Tel: +86 133 1104 1737