FDK China Market Update — Week 1

January 04, 2026

Produce Report

This newsletter is published on behalf of Fruit Data Kings, a Berlin-based company specializing in pricing data and associated analytical tools for the fresh produce industry. For more information, visit the Fruit Data Kings website.

Blueberries (⇩)

Imported blueberry pricing declined this week, marking the third consecutive week of declines. As a result, we see key varieties such as Ventura, Sekoya Pop, Magica and others pricing below that of the previous season, and naturally below the higher sales values seen in the 2023/24 season (−30%). In Chinese retail, domestic produce has ample shelf space, with average retail pricing sitting at around ¥130 (1 kg) or ¥16.10 (125 g). Full wholesale and retail specifics are available online. View market data.

Cherries (⇩)

We are in the final weeks of the build up to Chinese New Year, as Chilean supply enters the market and is distributed as quickly as possible, often leaving little time for importers to fully inspect cargo. This week’s pricing declined slightly further, with Santina softening by an additional ¥20 per 5-kilogram carton, as the average price of 2.5-kilogram cartons declined by ¥10. It should be noted that 4JD gift packs saw a slight improvement in price. When we focus on Lapin, which accounted for over 44% of recorded openings in the past week, we again see a slight price decline, with 5-kilogram cartons priced similarly to the 2024/25 season, which is 32% below the 2023/24 season. View market data.

Plums (⇩)

Plum arrivals picked up this week, with a robust selection of different varieties entering the market. Candy Pixie, which started off the plum arrivals in week 52, has declined in price by between ¥60 and ¥70 for 5-kilogram packs. Further market details, such as price by size, are available online. View market data.

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