今年涨价最猛的水果，快吃不起了

Core Viewpoint - The price of lemons has surged significantly this year, with retail prices reaching as high as 29.9 yuan per kilogram, raising concerns about potential price increases in related beverage markets [2][3][4]. Price Trends - The wholesale price of lemons began to rise in May, starting from around 9.5 yuan per kilogram at the beginning of the year to 14.02 yuan per kilogram by the end of June [7]. - Retail prices for yellow lemons have reached 10 yuan per kilogram, with premium A-grade lemons priced at 15 yuan per kilogram [9]. Supply and Demand Dynamics - The surge in lemon prices is attributed to a significant decrease in supply due to extreme weather conditions affecting major production areas, particularly in Sichuan's Anyue County, which accounts for over 70% of China's lemon production [10][14]. - The production in Anyue has decreased by approximately 40% compared to last year, leading to a supply shortage [14][15]. - Global lemon production has also been impacted, with countries like Turkey and Italy experiencing severe weather that has led to reduced yields [20][21]. Export Growth - The export volume of Anyue lemons reached 3 million kilograms, a significant increase compared to previous years, with export revenue rising to 128 million yuan in 2023, marking a 78% year-on-year growth [22]. Impact on Beverage Industry - The rising lemon prices are expected to affect the tea beverage market, as many popular tea brands rely heavily on lemons as a key ingredient [26]. - Major tea brands like Mixue and Nayuki have established their own supply chains to mitigate the impact of rising lemon prices, while smaller tea shops are struggling and may need to substitute with cheaper lemon varieties [27][30].