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成为“水果第一大国”,中国用了60年
Hu Xiu·2025-10-06 13:42

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the transformation of China's fruit consumption and production, emphasizing the shift from scarcity to abundance, and the growing trend of importing fruits alongside domestic production [2][5][49] - China has become the world's largest fruit producer and consumer, accounting for approximately one-third of global fruit production [2][8] - The average daily fruit consumption in China has increased to around 300 grams, which is a significant improvement compared to 60 years ago [5][49] Group 2 - Despite high domestic production, China remains a net importer of fruits, with imports projected to reach 8.184 million tons in 2024, 1.5 times the export volume [9][12] - The preference for imported fruits is driven by consumer demand for out-of-season and diverse varieties, as well as the higher commercialization of imported fruits [9][19] - Tropical fruits such as durian and cherries are among the most imported, with cherries primarily sourced from Chile [14][19] Group 3 - The article discusses the rise of "super fruits," which are marketed for their unique qualities and health benefits, and how they are increasingly being developed to meet consumer demand [26][31] - Blueberries are highlighted as a particularly successful example of a "super fruit," with their average price increasing by 31.67% from 2023 to 2024 [31] Group 4 - The article notes that the price of fruits has generally decreased, making previously expensive fruits more accessible to the average consumer [34] - However, the increase in fruit production has not been matched by a proportional increase in orchard area, leading to potential oversupply and price volatility [37][41] Group 5 - The article emphasizes the trend of fruits becoming sweeter, with breeding practices focusing on higher sugar content and lower acidity [42][45] - This shift towards sweeter fruits has raised concerns about consumer fatigue and the potential health implications of excessive sweetness [48][56]