The pineapple market in Meghalaya has rapidly matured into a star commodity within India’s agricultural landscape, buoyed by strong state backing and successful integration into global supply chains. As demand for high-quality, near-organic Kew pineapple surges, the state’s multi-faceted approach—combined with strategic investments and infrastructure development—is yielding tangible benefits: rising income, international recognition, and a foundation for long-term rural prosperity. Notably, Meghalaya’s flagship pineapple is globally sought after for its superior sweetness (Brix 16–18), low acidity, and near-organic cultivation standards. Export achievements and the proliferation of farmer collectives further underscore the momentum behind Meghalaya’s Vision @2032, which targets a $16 billion economy. The sector capitalizes on festivals and retail partnerships, including exports to Dubai and the EU baby food industry, while domestic markets in major Indian metros see growing volume and faster payments.
Infrastructural improvements—cold storages, logistics hubs, and processing units—are reducing post-harvest losses and expanding product offerings. Weather for main Indian growing regions and exporting countries remains broadly supportive, with minor rainfall deficits in parts of South East Asia, but no disruption to supply chains. Price stability in dried pineapple on export markets reflects solid demand and balanced, well-hedged global inventories. With strong production, improving logistics, and stimulus from both domestic initiatives and international partnerships, the pineapple sector positions itself as a reliable driver of rural development and foreign exchange.
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Pineapple dried
FOB 6.80 €/kg
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Pineapple dried
normal sugar, 5-7 mm
FCA 4.53 €/kg
(from NL)
Pineapple dried
normal sugar, 8-10 mm
FCA 4.55 €/kg
(from NL)
📈 Prices
| Product | Origin | Location | Delivery Terms | Latest Price (EUR/kg) | Previous Price (EUR/kg) | Update Date | Market Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pineapple dried | VN | Hanoi, VN | FOB | 6.80 | 6.80 | 2025-08-22 | Stable |
| Pineapple dried (normal sugar, 5-7 mm) | TH | Dordrecht, NL | FCA | 4.53 | 4.53 | 2025-08-21 | Steady |
| Pineapple dried (normal sugar, 8-10 mm) | TH | Dordrecht, NL | FCA | 4.55 | 4.55 | 2025-08-21 | Unchanged |
🌍 Supply & Demand
- Production: Meghalaya’s production is on a strong uptrend, supported by over 500 farmer collectives and policy focus.
- Exports: Recent months saw 682 tonnes shipped to the EU baby food sector, 5.2 tonnes to the Gulf, and growing shipments to Indian metros.
- Domestic Demand: Major Indian cities are consistently buying 160 tonnes per season; retail partnerships with Reliance Fresh and Amazon Karigar expanding reach.
- Quality: Kew variety stands out for Brix 16–18, suitable for fresh and processing channels.
- Infrastructure: 27 cold storages, 7 processing units, 18 agri hubs supporting logistics and shelf-life extension.
📊 Fundamentals
- Farmer Integration: Direct involvement via farmer collectives leading to better prices and share in value creation.
- Processing Capacity: 12,000 tonnes per year; juice, pulp, and concentrate output rising.
- State Investment: Over $4 million in infrastructure, streamlining supply chains and minimizing losses.
- Retail and Festival Promotion: 15.4 tonnes sold in three days at the recent Pineapple Festival in Delhi, further enhancing brand and price.
- Export Expansion: MoUs in place for direct, premium export channels; continuing growth expected.
☁️ Weather Outlook
- India/Meghalaya: Seasonal monsoons performing near average; occasional heavy rainfall beneficial for growth, no major crop stress expected.
- Thailand/Vietnam: Minor rainfall deficit in select areas, but irrigation and adaptive practices maintain supply chain stability; export volumes unaffected for now.
📦 Global Production & Stocks
| Country | 2024/25 Production (Est. 000 t) | Stocks (000 t) | Export Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philippines | 2,810 | 320 | Leading Exporter |
| Thailand | 2,330 | 220 | Dry/Fresh, Global Reach |
| India (mainly Meghalaya & NE) | 1,570 | 110 | Rising Exporter, Quality Focused |
| Costa Rica | 2,900 | 250 | EU & North America |
📆 Trading Outlook & Recommendations
- Short-term price stability likely; steady export flows and supportive weather override minor logistical bottlenecks.
- New retail MoUs (Reliance Fresh, Amazon Karigar) to expand domestic market floor, supporting farmers’ bargaining power.
- Global demand (EU, Middle East) for premium quality, near-organic pineapple holds at strong levels—look for price premiums on branded/organic-segment offerings.
- Opportunistic buying for processors as capacity utilization rises; longer-term hedges favorable for exporters.
- Monitor weather in main producing countries; heavy monsoon in Meghalaya could disrupt logistics short-term—but unlikely major impact.
- Medium- to long-term: bullish due to expanding market base, infrastructure, and government support.
🔮 3-Day Regional Price Forecast
| Region/Exchange | Product | 3-Day Price Forecast (EUR/kg) | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|
| VN (Hanoi FOB) | Pineapple dried | 6.80 – 7.00 | Stable, slight upward bias |
| NL (Dordrecht FCA) | Pineapple dried (TH) | 4.52 – 4.60 | Stable, solid demand |