Pineapples

Among all the fruits sold by Frugisol at Rungis, there is a pineapple variety that has earned a place in a selection of fresh products known for their exceptional taste quality. This pineapple is the Del Monte Gold® Extra Sweet variety from Kenya. Fernando Da Silva, who has been in the business for 31 years, is in charge of selecting the best fruits for the company. read more

The 2025 World Food Innovation Awards, organized by FoodBev Media, have awarded the Best Food Innovation Award to the Rubyglow pineapple, an exclusive variety grown in the Buenos Aires de Puntarenas region, Costa Rica. This variety, resulting from over 15 years of research and two years of... read more

Mimo trudności klimatycznych, logistycznych i finansowych, produkcja ananasów na północy Kostaryki pozostaje stabilna i cieszy się dużym popytem na rynku międzynarodowym. Tak twierdzi Alfredo Volio, prezes i dyrektor generalny Upala Agrícola, jednego z głównych eksporterów kraju. "W tym roku było bardzo" read more

In the hilly regions of Tripura, the Queen pineapple is gaining recognition as a potential export product. With a project proposal valued at around US$15.8 million (Rs 132 crore) being reviewed by the Union Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Tripura is looking to boost the international promotion of its pineapples. read more

Fresh Del Monte is celebrating International Pineapple Day on June 27th with Del Monte Zero, which is described as the "first-ever carbon neutral pineapple". The company says the product, launched in 2022, has been developed to fully offset its carbon footprint from farm to fork. read more

Products like lucuma, passion fruit, cherimoya, and organic pineapple have gained popularity, not necessarily due to their quantities, but because of their potential for differentiation in specialized market segments. Companies like Mariposa Andina, operating in the Andean and Amazon regions, are leveraging these unique products. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce is celebrating International Pineapple Day on June 27 by showcasing the fruit's evolution from a canned product to a "pop-culture icon". read more

In Thika, Kenya, pineapple farming is undergoing a transformation driven by climate resilience and sustainable practices. Del Monte Kenya has adopted smart agriculture to combat the effects of climate change while safeguarding productivity. Harsh weather conditions, including flooding and read more

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Fresh Del Monte has developed a specific plan for expanding the pineapple category throughout its entire value chain. This information comes from Thierry Montange, the marketing director for Europe and Africa at the company specializing in fresh produce. read more

The Philippines is the top global producer of pineapples, producing approximately 2.7 million metric tons annually. The country's tropical climate and volcanic-rich soils in areas like Bukidnon and South Cotabato provide ideal conditions for pineapple cultivation. Large farms in Mindanao, run by multinational companies, play a significant role in the industry. read more

Ananases z Kostaryki mają obecnie dobrą podaż. "Po kilku latach minimalnego wpływu naturalnego kwitnienia na Kostaryce, teraz mamy szczyt produkcji" - mówi Adriana Garcia z Chestnut Hill Farms. "Wolumeny są obfite, a jakość na naszych fermach jest doskonała. read more

The pineapple sugar apple, also known as the "pineapple custard apple," is a popular specialty fruit from Taitung County in southeastern Taiwan. This fruit is recognized for its sweet taste, creamy texture, abundant flesh, few seeds, and nutritional value. Zhang Jian, who oversees read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced that it is expanding the global presence of its premium pink-fleshed pineapple, Pinkglow, through an exclusive launch in the United Arab Emirates. read more

The Chinese pineapple season is coming to an end, and this year's market performance has been characterized by significant volatility. "In the early part of the season, especially in March and April, pineapple prices were exceptionally high. The farmgate price more than doubled compared to the previous. read more

Fruits and vegetables imported into the UK from non-EU countries are likely to experience a price hike after the UK Prime Minister agreed to adhere to EU food and drink regulations. This alignment will result in increased scrutiny for imports like avocados, pineapples, mangoes, and oranges, leading to stricter checks. read more

W tym sezonie zanotowano znaczący spadek podaży ananasów z Kostaryki, co już zaczyna podnosić międzynarodowe ceny. Według Luisa Quesady Quirósa, menedżera sprzedaży Ambrosia Fresh, grupy eksportowej składającej się z małych rolników, spadek podaży nie dotyczy wyłącznie jednego obszaru. read more

Piña Designs has launched biodegradable hair ties made from upcycled pineapple leaves and natural rubber. Created by female entrepreneurs from the University of Colorado Boulder, the product aims to reduce the 15 million synthetic hair ties discarded daily. These eco-friendly ties are durable and environmentally friendly. read more

Fresh Del Monte plans to pursue legal action against the unauthorized production of its exclusive pink pineapple in Nicaragua. read more

The pineapple sector in Costa Rica, which cultivates pineapples on nearly 50,000 hectares, along with the United Pineapple Growers Chamber (representing almost 35% of exports), is currently facing a situation of low supply due to extreme weather events. This scarcity has led to a significant rise in prices. read more