FDK China Market Update — Week 18

May 06, 2025

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 continues its dominance in the apple market, accounting for over 80% of arrivals in southern China recently. Key varieties like Royal Gala and NZ Queen lead the supply. NZ Royal Gala prices held steady compared to last week, averaging ¥261 (18.0 kg), which is below last year but firmer than the 2023 season. NZ Queen prices eased considerably, averaging ¥305 (18 kg, various sizes). Arrivals of South African Royal Beaut saw prices ease, currently trading below last season’s levels. For more details including retail pricing, visit us online.

Grapes (⇩)

Chile remains the primary origin for grapes, supplying nearly 60% of the volume over the last three weeks, followed by Australia. Crimson, Sweet Globe and Red Globe are the main varieties observed. Prices for Chilean Red Globe were stable week on week, averaging ¥159 (8.2 kg), though this is considerably lower than both last year and the 2023 season. Australian Crimson also maintained stable pricing at around ¥210 (9.5 kg), similarly below last year. Peruvian Sweet Globe experienced a slight softening, settling near ¥223 (7.3 kg). Full pricing data by size and other information are available to members.

Grapefruit (⇨)

The first South African Star Ruby of the season have landed. Initial pricing averaged ¥295 (15 kg), almost identical to last year’s levels at this time but substantially (64%) above the start of the 2023 season. See online for more.

Oranges (⇨)

Egyptian Valencia oranges overwhelmingly dominate the market, representing about 85% of recent arrivals in southern China. Prices for Egyptian Valencia held firm compared to the previous week, averaging ¥138 (15.0 kg). While this is notably higher than last year at this time, it remains just slightly below the 2023 season’s level. U.S. Lane Late navels constitute a smaller share of the current supply and the new set of tariffs should effectively end further imports. Visit us online for more.

Pears (⇨)

Chilean pears have begun arriving, with Flamingo and Forelle being the initial varieties. Forelle entered the market at ¥152 (6.5 kg), which is significantly higher (43%) compared to the start of last season. Flamingo pears debuted at a similar price point of ¥152 (6.5 kg). Visit us online for more.

Plums (⇧)

The plum market features exclusively Chilean supply currently, with Crimson Fall being the most prominent variety over the past few weeks, followed by Sweet Mary and Sweet Pekeetah. Crimson Fall prices saw a slight firming, settling around ¥167 (9.0 kg); this is above last year but still trails the 2023 season. Sweet Pekeetah also firmed to ¥222 (9.0 kg). Angeleno plums showed a modest increase as well, reaching ¥140 (9.0 kg). Check online for further details.

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