Do Southerners really not love apples?
As a common fruit, the popularity of apples is very different from north to south. In the north, apples are a favorite fruit in every household, while in the south they are often presented as a ceremonial gift.
In the vast land of the north, there are many apple orchards in Shanxi, Shaanxi and other places, and these provinces are rich in apple production and high quality. Every autumn, when apples hang on the branches, the faces of the growers are filled with the joy of a good harvest. In the south, although the climate is not suitable for the growth of apples, there is still no shortage of apples in major fruit stores. However, compared to the hot sales in the north, the apples in the south seem a little cold.
Netizens in the south have said that they don't like to eat apples very much. Some find it troublesome to peel, some find it too big to eat, and some feel that the taste is not satisfactory. In their opinion, apples are not the fruit of choice for daily consumption. On the contrary, apples are used more in the South as gifts for visiting the sick, giving gifts, and worshipping the gods. This is because the apple homonym "peace", which means auspicious, is perfect for use on these occasions.
So why are apples in the South unpopular? Is it because of the deterioration in quality during transportation, or because of the poor varieties of apples sold in the South? Actually, this is not the main reason. In fact, there are many varieties of apples across China, such as apples in Aksu, Xinjiang, which are known for their sweet and crunchy, and apples in Luochuan, Shaanxi Province, which are known for their rich fruity aromas. These high-quality apple varieties can be tasted in both north and south.
The crux of the matter lies in people's taste preferences and eating habits. Northerners have become accustomed to the unique texture and taste of apples due to long-term consumption, while southerners will naturally have different acceptance of apples due to differences in climate and eating habits. In addition, there are many kinds of fruits in the south, such as lychee, longan, mango, etc., and the sweet taste of these fruits may be more in line with the taste of southerners.
However, although apples are not as fond of apples in the south as in the north, the value and significance of apples as a nutritious fruit cannot be overlooked. It is rich in vitamins and minerals, which play an important role in maintaining good health. Therefore, both in the north and the south, we should recognize the value of apples, eat them in moderation, and enjoy the deliciousness and health it brings!