This week, the volume of imported oranges from Australia and South Africa increased significantly, putting pressure on the market and leading to price declines. Australian orange prices dropped by approximately 15% compared to last week. While the overall quality of the arrivals remains stable, the concentrated volume has slowed sales. South African oranges experienced a similar price decline, with notable arrivals of Cambria and Witkrans varieties. Current prices for these oranges are lower than the same period last year.
Witkrans and Cambria oranges
Meanwhile, a new batch of Peruvian avocados has entered the market. Traders report that premium-quality cartons are selling for ¥70–¥80 (US$9.60–US$11.00) per box, though the available volume is limited. Lower-grade avocados are being sold at ¥50 (US$6.85) or less per box.
Left: Peruvian avocados; Right: Thai durians
The durian market has seen an uptick in prices. Thai Monthong A6 durians are currently priced at ¥650–¥680 (US$89.10–US$93.20) per box, about ¥30 (US$4.11) higher than in previous weeks. Traders attribute the increase to typhoon-related disruptions in transportation, which raised logistics costs and reduced arrival volumes. As the typhoon moves away, sales of durian have started to pick up.
Left: Flat peaches in gift boxes; Right: Xinjiang Diaogan apricots
Imported coconuts were also impacted by the storm. Although prices have remained relatively stable, sales have slowed. Traders noted that reduced consumer travel due to the typhoon has led to inventory buildup, causing a temporary drop in market demand.
Among domestically grown blueberries, supplies from Shandong, Dandong, and Yunnan remain strong. Most blueberries fall into the 14mm+ or 15mm+ size categories. Prices vary by quality, ranging from ¥50, ¥70, to ¥90 (US$6.85, US$9.59, to US$12.33)per box. Large 18mm+ blueberries are currently out of stock, pushing prices for premium-quality batches to as high as ¥130 (US$17.81) per box, though high prices are starting to slow sales.
Peaches in gift boxes
As for seasonal domestic fruits, major varieties now on the market include Dali winter jujubes, grapes, Xinjiang Diaogan apricots, honey peaches, and plums. Among these, high-quality peaches in gift boxes are seeing the strongest sales, particularly those from Sichuan and Yangshan. Yangshan peaches, in particular, have limited production this year, leading to higher prices compared to previous seasons. Gift boxes containing 8 premium peaches are currently selling for ¥70–¥90 (US$9.59–US$12.33) each.
