The volume of cherry harvests has increased dramatically, leading to the prices to drop sharply when compared with last week. It has triggered market activity. As an example that the Santina version 2.5kg 2J specifications are currently sold at a price of Y=350-Y=380 for a box. The two-in-one 2J model is priced at around 750 Y per box. This is 40 to 45 percent decrease over last week. The standard of these new products are excellent, much better than the previous year. Prices are comparable with the same time in the past, but with significant price cuts that are aimed at increasing sales. A lot of traders believe that the price reductions are helping smooth the flow of sales.

Peruvian blueberries have price differences dependent on the brand and varieties The overall cost decreased slightly from previous week. The sweet varieties are averaging Y=115-Y=120 for each box, while top brands priced at 10 to 15 percent higher. The Pop variety is steady at Y=130 for each box however the Ventura variation has decreased to Y=95-Y=100 for each box. The freshness of Peruvian blueberries is generally good. In addition, a tiny batch of sweet Yunnan blueberries have arrived and is selling for a price at around Y = 200 per box.

Left: Peruvian blueberries; Right: Australian nectarines

Australian peaches cost the same levels as previous years and nectarines are seeing an increase in prices in comparison to the previous week, and are lower than the same timeframe this year. The quality of the arrival for the two fruits has remained steady.

Left: Australian mangos; Right: Vietnamese Kanyao durians

Vietnamese Kanyao durians are beginning arriving in the form of A3 durians, being sold at approximately Y=430 for a box. Traders say that production expenses have pushed the prices of market, which have risen significantly from this time last year. The quality of the arrivals are steady. In the meantime, Monthong durians from Thailand as well as Vietnam are extremely scarce and their prices remain expensive for the small amount that is available.

Right: Belgium Conference pears; Right: Golden imported pineapples as well as domestic

The smallest amount of Hainan gold-colored diamonds have come on the market but since this is still the initial period of the season the fruit is currently displaying an astringent and sweet taste. Export quantities of pineapples are decreasing as dealers anticipate that prices will rise soon since supply becomes tighter.