FDK China Market Update — Week 11

March 16, 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.

Apples (⇩)

New Zealand Royal Gala continued to ease, averaging ¥284 (18 kg, various sizes), down from ¥302 the previous week. Pricing remains about 14% above the same week of 2025 and broadly in line with two seasons ago. Jugala, Early Queen and Tarizi are also all available. Full wholesale and retail details are available to members.

Avocados (⇨)

At the wholesale level, Peruvian avocados continue to account for the majority of the volume on offer. Pricing has declined in recent weeks and 4-kilogram trays presently average between ¥65 and ¥75 (#20–24). Kenyan produce was trading at a slightly lower level by ¥5–10 per tray. Full wholesale and retail details are available online.

Blueberries (⇩)

Chinese-grown blueberries remain in control of the market, with Yunnan supply accounting for the majority. At wholesale, pricing lifted by 10–20% compared with week 10, depending on the variety and size in question. At the retail level pricing decreased, with values of between ¥12–14 (125 g) often found.

Grapes (⇩)

The grape market was nice and active, with Peruvian, Chilean, Australian and South African produce all available. Chilean Sable continued to soften, averaging ¥140 (8.2 kg), now about 19% below the same week of 2025. Peruvian Autumn Crisp eased to ¥250 (7.3 kg), broadly in line with last year. Australian Crimson was trading at an average of ¥260 (9.5 kg), which was modestly above the previous two seasons. For further specifics including Sweet Globe, Red Globe and other varieties, visit us online.

Nectarines (⇩)

Chilean Giant Pearl held broadly steady at ¥101 (9 kg), remaining well below last year. Sweet Giant was available at ¥102 (9 kg), similarly about 30% below 2025 levels. Tifany bucked the trend at ¥124 (9 kg), roughly 13% above the same week of last year. Majestic Pearl, Sunrise and other varieties are also tracked.

Plums (⇩)

Chilean sugar plums/D’Agen continue to dominate the plum market in China, with over 70% of recorded volume during the past three weeks. Sugar plums/D’Agen were priced around ¥144 (9 kg), roughly 19% below last year. Pink Delight traded at ¥118 (9 kg) and Sweet Mary at ¥178 (9 kg).