Pineapples

Tighter supply and stronger pricing seem to be the current trends for bananas and plantains, while pineapple is experiencing the opposite. In the case of bananas, the market is expected to become significantly tighter. Quality is improving, but more importantly, we are now in the season when banana supply typically decreases. read more

The global pineapple market is experiencing high demand and limited supply. In Panama, production is ongoing, but economic and climate-related challenges have led to a reduction in the number of active producers. Alessandro Pataro, CEO of Ananas Panama SA, has stated that the country is working towards solidifying its position in a lucrative niche by... read more

The 2025 Costa Rican pineapple season has been affected by difficult weather conditions, with persistent rainfall causing disruptions to planting activities and decreasing export volumes. Jordy Cruz from Agricrumo mentioned that national productivity is still low, and the outlook for 2026 indicates a continuation of this trend. "If it..." read more

The pineapple market is currently facing a striking paradox. Despite relatively limited availability in Costa Rica, the market is experiencing more supply than demand. "Especially in the larger sizes, there is a significant surplus on the market. I expect North America, in particular, to" read more

The European pineapple markets are quiet at the beginning of November, as demand slows down and prices are under pressure. Consumption in Italy is low as they await an increase in December, while the oversupply of larger pineapples is affecting the Dutch market. In Germany, there is a trend towards crownless pineapples. read more

In a playful PR stunt, Domino's Pizza carried its controversial "Pizza Waikiki", the Hawaiian pizza topped with pineapple, through the Vatican's Porta Santa, hoping to cleanse it of its "culinary sin." The symbolic walk through the Holy Door, which opens only once every 25 years, was meant to. read more

Rok w handlu ananasami był ogólnie pozytywny, ale nie bez przeszkód. Takie informacje przekazał Gregorio Pagni, szef historycznego rodzinnego biznesu Alimentari Ortofrutticoli ABC, gdy podsumowuje zmieniający się rynek między zrównoważonym rozwojem, logistyką i nowymi wyzwaniami. read more

W ciągu ostatnich miesięcy Panama wzmocniła eksport ananasów na rynki Stanów Zjednoczonych i Kanady, korzystając z malejącego podaży z Kostaryki. Danis Santana, dyrektor generalny Panama Squash Co., wyjaśnia, że "w ciągu ostatnich dwóch lat krajowa produkcja wzrosła o około 30". read more

Robots selling Fresh Del Monte bananas and pineapples to supermarket shoppers have made their second appearance within a two-week period, this time at an Intermarché store located on the outskirts of Paris, France. read more

Zasób ananasów nadal pozostaje ograniczony. „Związane z pogodą problemy w Kostaryce zakłóciły harmonogramy sadzenia i zbiorów, zmniejszyły ilości eksportu oraz spowodowały zróżnicowanie w wielkości i jakości. Przemysł nadal sygnalizuje ograniczoną dostępność na przełomie IV kwartału 2025 i I kwartału 2026.” read more

It is a difficult time of the year for pineapples due to low demand towards the end of October. "The school holidays are over, and consumers tend to have less money to spend at the end of the month. This year, the school holidays fell later in the month, and fruit consumption naturally declined as a result." read more

For quality pineapples, Surinamese growers are becoming less reliant on supplies from Costa Rica or Brazil. Pineapple cultivation is growing in the South American country. Amea is one of the companies that, with conviction and dedication, cultivates local varieties that are not only sweeter than the traditional ones. read more

W 2025 roku ceny ananasów w Rosji wzrosły o 16%, zgodnie z danymi ATOL zgłoszonymi przez kanał Telegram Shot. Gwałtowny wzrost był spowodowany wyższymi kosztami logistyki i sezonowymi wahaniami popytu. Ceny owoców zanotowały największy wzrost w październiku, z 7% wzrostem w ciągu miesiąca. read more

Malaysia's agriculture and food security minister, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, has reported that the country's pineapple exports have increased by over 100 per cent in the last six months, as stated in a report by Malaysian news site The Star. read more

Fyffes is encouraging consumers to carve lanterns out of pineapples instead of pumpkins in a marketing campaign across the UK, Ireland, and continental Europe. read more

The Japanese peeler manufacturer Astra recently presented its newest solution for large-scale pineapple processing, the 'FAP-3000', at the IFPA show in October. This industrial-scale machine is capable of peeling and coring pineapples at the same time, assisting food processors in saving time and enhancing efficiency. read more

Since the end of October, yello®, the specialty with yellow skin and a tropical aroma, is once again in the spotlight on the markets. Recognizable on the shelves thanks to its intense yellow color, it captivates with its fine and crunchy flesh and unmistakable notes of pineapple, honey, and. read more

The Del Monte robot says, "Hey, you. Yes, you. Grab a fresh banana before I eat it. Just kidding, I'm a robot. I can't eat it." read more

Panama is starting to gain recognition in international markets with products like pineapple and ginger, which are garnering increasing interest in Europe and the Middle East. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of local producers and exporters, the country is now exporting larger quantities. read more

The Colada Royale pineapple, created by Dole Food Company in La Ceiba, was named the top promoted product at the IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show 2025 in Anaheim, California, showcasing Honduras' agricultural innovation. The fruit, developed over 15 years of research and breeding, features. read more