苹果主力期货合约年内累计涨超20%！现货市场行情如何？记者探访→

Core Viewpoint - Apple futures have seen a significant increase of over 20% this year, closely tied to the current apple harvest season in China, particularly in Shaanxi province [1] Group 1: Harvest Conditions - In Shaanxi's Baishui County, the apple harvest is currently underway, with the maturity period delayed by 10 to 15 days compared to previous years, and the apples are generally smaller in size [3] - Farmers are working long hours to harvest the apples, with recent rainy weather slowing down the picking process [5] Group 2: Production and Pricing - Due to adverse weather conditions such as cold waves and strong winds during the flowering period, both the yield per acre and the quality of apples have declined this year [9] - The average yield for the "Ruixianghong" variety is approximately 5,000 pounds per acre, despite an increase in orchard area [9] - The decrease in apple production has led to a rise in market prices, with an increase of around 10% in the purchase price of apples from major production areas like Shaanxi, Gansu, and Shandong [11]