Pineapples
All the news and market analysis for worldwide pineapple Industry, including pineapple growers, pineapple production, and the import and export of pineapples.
Fruit drives growth in Spain’s fresh produce imports
Spain’s fresh fruit and vegetable imports totalled 1.2mn tonnes in Q1 2025, representing a 4 per cent volume increase
Del Monte launches Toy Story 5 promotion across Europe
Brand announces major on-pack collaboration with Disney and Pixar across fresh, prepared, and fresh-cut produce
Orsero strengthens financial leadership with two senior appointments
Promotions free up Matteo Colombini’s time to focus on CEO role, as company weighs up potential acquisition in North America
Orsero makes major acquisition to grow in Spain and Portugal
Spanish subsidiary of Italian-owned Orsero Group secures major logistics and distribution platform in Galicia
IPD virtual event to connect European buyers with global suppliers
The German initiative promoting imports from developing countries will showcase avocados, mangoes, pitahayas, pineapples and other products
Interko accelerates ripening digitalisation
Company aims for further differentiation with roll out of data-driven control and predictive technology
Chiquita opens Miss Chiquita House at Milan Design Week
Fruit brand returns to annual event and showcases iconic character through immersive experience designed by artist Jiaqi Wang
Macfrut 2026: global fruit and vegetable sector meets in Rimini
Trade fair returns to Rimini Expo Centre on 21-23 April 2026, with over 800 international buyers expected to attend
New shareholders for Belgian supplier Special Fruit
Leading European importer-exporter secures new capital investment following decision to expand ownership structure
Hort Innovation receives new round of AgVet Access Grants
Government programme supports efficacy, crop safety and residue trials required for minor use permit and label extension registration submissions
Fepex highlights Spanish import data
Fresh produce imports declined in January, with fruit falling 7 per cent in volume and vegetables remaining stable
Keep ‘em peeled: a round-up of April Fools’ day produce pranks
Dole, Eosta, Florette, Del Monte and a whole bunch of Dutch companies put some serious effort into this year’s silliness
Orsero Group affirms resilience amid inflation and volatility
Italian fresh produce multinational reassures shareholders of ability to withstand significant challenges as Middle East conflict continues
Del Monte deal offers Italian company chance to expand
For the boss of Spreafico, one of Italy’s leading importer-exporters, its new brand partnership means plenty of fresh opportunity
Strong sales growth puts Orsero Group on track to expand
Higher volumes across berries, kiwifruit, citrus and fresh-cut products helped company achieve 8.2 per cent increase in net sales to €1.7bn
Exotic sales may benefit from focus on fun
Top-down health messaging is less of a priority for European marketers of exotics, with the focus being on innovation and helping consumers discover the tastes and uses of lesser known fruits
US access on the horizon for Taiwanese pineapples
Authorities have recommended allowing imports pending pest risk consultation
Pineapple exports climb for Malaysia’s Aqina Fruits
Strong demand in export markets and improved growing practices deliver results for Aqina Fruits
Spain’s fruit imports surge 5 per cent as bananas lead
Bananas remained the most-imported fruit at 430,560 tonnes, while avocados registered a 17 per cent volume increase
Tropicals importer targets growth through acquisitions
Omer-Decugis & Cie confirms expansion plan and highlights growth potential from vertical integration and premium product development
Fratelli Orsero launches carnival-themed exotic fruit pack
Italian brand marks Mardi Gras celebrations with limited-edition line, featuring mask kit made from repurposed cardboard fruit trays
Fresh Del Monte reports higher sales but lower net income in 2025
The international fresh produce company posted net sales of US$4.32bn in 2025, driven by higher selling prices and favourable exchange rates
Dole’s Colada Royale pineapple scoops BrandSpark award in US
The naturally bred pineapple is the only fresh produce item to be honoured in the BrandSpark and Newsweek Awards
Orsero Group plans €5mn investment in Italy and Spain
Strong expected performance in its core distribution business sets Italian company up for year of expansion in Europe and North America
Omer-Decugis & Cie beats annual growth target
The French importer-exporter expects its impressive growth of the last five years to continue, driven by the expansion of its operations in Dunkirk and the development of its fresh-cut segment
Korea reopens tariff exemptions for imported fruits
Imports of bananas, pineapples and mangoes to be tariff-free from 12 February to 30 June
Food Freshly expands Produce Wash and testing services
Post-harvest solutions specialist is expanding its Produce Wash to tackle items including blueberries, cantaloupe melons and pineapples
Spanish imports grew 7 per cent in January-November 2025
Latest customs statistics reveal Spanish fresh produce imports reached 4.2mn tonnes valued at €4.99bn in the first eleven months of 2025
Morrisons-Disney partnership encourages kids to snack healthily
Tie-up aims to increase children’s engagement with fruit and will run throughout 2026
Chiquita’s Great White Fleet on course to expand
Stefano Di Paolo and Peter Stedman outline multinational’s plan to work with more external suppliers and to double down on sustainability efforts
Analysis: Korea’s fruit imports adjust after return of tariffs
Customs data for 2025 reveals sharp declines for bananas, pineapples and mangoes, but mandarin imports surge
Fresh Del Monte to take global ownership of Del Monte brand
US$285mn bid secures group large part of bankrupt Del Monte Foods Corporation II, including assets in US, Mexico, and Venezuela
Philippine bananas and pineapples get boost in new UAE FTA
Free trade agreement will reduce tariffs and enhance market access for goods and services
Orsero Group confirms intention to enter US market ‘soon’
Company also plans to open new facilities in northern Spain and Seville shortly, as it pursues long-term expansion plan
Mohammed Abbas is the man for Del Monte
Abbas joined the the group’s senior leadership team in the US in early 2022, and has now been handed the role of group president
Import Promotion Desk shows off exotic range in Berlin
IPD partner companies from South America and Africa will highlight a diverse selection of exotic fruit and vegetables at Fruit Logistica in February