The first Chinese cherries from Dalian greenhouses have already entered the Chinese market. The price is high at 300-400 yuan [46.33-61.77 USD] per 0.5 kg. That is much lower than the price of 500 yuan [77.21 USD] per 0.5 kg around this time last year, but also much higher than the current price of imported Chilean cherries. As the supply volume of Dalian greenhouse cherries grows, the price will slightly come down.
Dalian greenhouse cherries
Greenhouse technology continuously improves. which is why Dalian greenhouse cherries enter the market earlier every year. The use of refrigeration technology in particular helps to bring the cherries in the greenhouse into hibernation. The product quality of Chinese cherries constantly improves, whether the cherries are in open field orchards or greenhouses. And cherries from Dalian greenhouses are among the best cherries in China and in the world when it comes to the scale of plantation, the use of technology, and the selection and improvement of cherry varieties.
Dalian greenhouse cherry orchard
Dalian greenhouse cherries
"Dalian greenhouse cherries are much fresher than imported Chilean cherries. They can be eaten almost immediately after they are harvested. Furthermore, the Dalian greenhouse cherries are quite large and their color is bright. The imported Chilean cherries take around 30-40 days from the orchard in Chile to the consumer in China.
However, the Chilean cherries are great in terms of firmness, flavor, and cherry variety. The product quality of imported Chilean cherries is stable and the product varieties are great. In addition, domestic cherry producers can learn from overseas cherry producers in terms of technology management, post-harvest management, selection, pre-cooling, and cold supply chain." This is according to Mr. Liu Wenpo, chairman of the board of Beijing Runfu Orchard Trade and Commerce Co., Ltd.
Dalian greenhouse cherries
The Dalian greenhouse cherries are relatively expensive compared to other fruits. That is why they are targeted at the high-end market. According to Mr. Liu Wenpo, "Chinese consumers mostly purchase expensive fruits as gifts for friends, family, and professional relations. This concept is deeply-rooted in the Chinese market. The Dalian greenhouse cherries are fresher and plumper, and that is why they make excellent gifts."
For more information:
Liu Wenpo - Chairman of the board
Beijing Runfu Orchard Trade and Commerce Co., Ltd.
Tel.: +86 137 0106 6754
E-mail: [email protected]