FDK China Market Update — Week 42

October 20, 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 (⇨)

South African Fuji Red eased by around ¥25 this week to an average of ¥228 (18 kg, various sizes), with pricing between ¥175 and ¥260 and below the same week of last year. Royal Gala and Royal Beaut in 18-kilogram cartons traded at around ¥250–255, while New Zealand Dazzle averaged ¥310 (18 kg) with a wide range. In retail, Vanguard listed NZ Queen at ¥15.99 (500 g).

Blueberries (⇩)

Peruvian blueberry pricing has dropped since late September and steadied at a much lower level this week. Sekoya Pop averaged ¥67 (1.5 kg) and Magica ¥73 (1.5 kg), which are 50% and 45% below the same week of last year, respectively. At retail, YongHui listed Yunnan goods at ¥59.80 (500 g).

Cherries (★)

The first Chilean cherries of the season entered the market at the end of week 42, similar timing to last year. Royal Tioga was priced between ¥575 and ¥800 (2.5 kg, J–JD to 3JD), above where it opened in 2025, while Ag2 ranged from ¥600 to ¥900 (2.5 kg, JD to 4JD), a little below last season’s opening average of ¥797. Cherry Cupid was also recorded alongside Royal Tioga at matching prices.

Oranges (⇩)

South African orange pricing has fallen hard over the past four weeks. Midknight averaged just ¥61 (15 kg, various sizes), down from ¥177 in week 38 and 50% below the same week of 2025, while Valencia slipped further to ¥45 (15 kg) with some goods as low as ¥25. Cambria held up better at ¥123 (15 kg), and Australian Lane Late dropped by around ¥100 to ¥152 (18 kg). At retail, AEON listed Australian navels at ¥25.90 (500 g).

Soft Citrus (⇩)

Australian Honey Murcott averaged ¥312 (18 kg, various sizes) this week, easing by around ¥14 and sitting below last year’s level. Afourer was steady compared to last week at ¥155 (16 kg) but remains 30% below the same week of 2025. South African Nadorcott traded at ¥145 (11 kg) and Australian Barnfield at ¥250 (18 kg), while AEON listed Honey Murcott at ¥17.90 (500 g).

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