In the mid-summer, various seasonal fruits went to the market. The reporter visited many fruit stores in the city and found that in addition to popular fruit varieties throughout the year such as apples and bananas, summer fruits including pears, watermelons, peaches, and grapes had become the favorites of the market.

In a fruit store on Bayi Road, the reporter saw many fresh fruits with rich varieties and affordable prices on the shelves, which attracted many customers. “Recently, Cuiguan pears have gone to the market. Cuiguan pears have a good taste and cheap price. They can moisturize the throat and remove dryness. My child has a little cough, so I came to buy some.” Ms. Wang, a citizen, told the reporter.

According to the owner of the fruit shop, locally produced Cuiguan pear in Chongming is popular among consumers. Although not as big as last year, it is sweet, crisp, tender and has no residue. The price is affordable at 4 to 5 yuan per catty. Watermelons are also selling well. The reporter learned that common watermelon varieties on the market are Nanhui 8424 and Hainan Qilin watermelons. Qilin seedless watermelon at about 6 yuan per catty is particularly popular.

In addition, peaches are also hot-selling in the summer fruit market. Local yellow peaches are popular among citizens due to the affordable price and crisp taste. The current selling price is about 10 yuan per catty. In comparison, Baifeng peaches produced in Wuxi are more expensive at about 15 yuan per catty. But they are also popular among many consumers because of their tender and juicy flesh.

The sweet and sour grapes attracted many citizens. It is reported that the most popular grape variety in Chongming market is Sunshine Rose. The local Sunshine Rose in Chongming is about 10 yuan per catty, while that from Zhejiang is divided into three grades based on quality, with the price ranging from 8 yuan to 20 yuan per catty.

The owner of the fruit shop told the reporter that with the change of seasons, fruit price will be adjusted according to market supply and demand. Next, citrus, pomegranate and other fruits will go to the market one after another, continuing to enrich citizens’ fruit plates.