Pineapple Wholesale

What are Pineapples?

Pineapple (Ananas comosus) is a tropical fruit known for its distinctive spiky exterior and sweet, tangy flesh. This bright yellow fruit is widely appreciated for its refreshing taste and versatility across global cuisines. Commonly consumed fresh, pineapple is also extensively used in its dried, frozen, canned, and juiced forms, making it a staple in retail, food manufacturing, and foodservice industries. Pineapple is also one of the most common tropical fruits, often combined with mango, banana, or papaya.

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Types, Varieties & Forms of Pineapple

• Dried Pineapple Rings: Whole circular slices dried to a chewy texture, commonly used in snacking, baking, and trail mixes.
• Dried Pineapple Chunks: Bite-sized cubes ideal for cereals, energy bars, and tropical fruit blends.
• Dried Pineapple Spears: Elongated slices suitable for premium snack packs or chocolate coating.
• Sweetened Dried Pineapple: Sugar-infused pineapple pieces offering extra sweetness for confectionery applications.
• Unsweetened Dried Pineapple: Naturally dried without additives, preferred in health food formulations.
• Freeze-Dried Pineapple: Retains maximum flavor and nutrients, often used in cereals, granola, and emergency food kits.

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Harvest Season of Pineapple

Pineapple can be cultivated year-round in tropical climates, but regional peak seasons may vary:

• Costa Rica: Harvests throughout the year with peak yields between March and June.
• Philippines: Continuous harvests with peaks from November to March.
• Thailand: Grows year-round with peak production from February to May.
• Hawaii: Now limited in output, with a primary harvest season from May through October.

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Producing Countries

Pineapple is primarily grown in tropical and subtropical regions with several countries leading global output:

• Costa Rica: The world’s largest pineapple producer, with approximately 3,203,775 metric tonnes of pineapples harvested in 2022.
• Philippines: Second-largest producer, contributing roughly 2.9 million metric tons.
• Thailand: Close third, with about 2.9 million metric tons.
• Indonesia, India, and Nigeria also serve as important regional suppliers.

These countries play a pivotal role in supplying fresh and processed pineapple to international markets, supporting both retail and industrial demand.

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Trends & History

Pineapple has a long agricultural history dating back to indigenous South American cultures. Its spread across tropical regions was facilitated by trade and colonization, leading to widespread cultivation in Asia, the Americas, and Africa.

Modern demand for pineapple spans multiple product categories, including:

• Fruit juices, smoothies, and ready-to-drink beverages
• Dried and freeze-dried fruit snacks
• Bakery fillings, jams, and preserves
• Frozen fruit blends and tropical fruit mixes

The organic pineapple market has also gained traction, driven by consumer interest in chemical-free produce. Additionally, pineapple is a sought-after fruit in the clean-label and health-focused food sectors.

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Pineapple Manufacturers

Looking to source pineapple in bulk for your food or retail business? Nutrada connects you with verified pineapple manufacturers from top producing regions including Costa Rica, Thailand, and the Philippines. Compare competitive offers on dried pineapple (sweetened and unsweetened), freeze-dried and powdered formats.

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Pineapple in Bulk

Pineapple products are available in 5 kg, 10 kg, and 25 kg packaging. Buyers can select organic or conventional options across dried, freeze-dried, and powdered formats to suit use in snacks, beverages, baked goods, and meal kits.

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Private Label Pineapple

Nutrada’s supplier network enables businesses to develop custom pineapple-based SKUs under private label arrangements. Services include product formulation, co-packing, branding, and full-label compliance for retail distribution.

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Organic Pineapple

Organic pineapple is rising in popularity as consumer demand grows for sustainably farmed tropical fruits. Certified organic pineapple is cultivated without synthetic chemicals and is often part of fair trade or sustainable agriculture programs. Organic formats, such as dried rings, juice concentrates, and freeze-dried pieces, are especially popular in clean-label snacks and beverages. Nutrada’s supplier network offers USDA and EU-certified organic pineapple products from Costa Rica, the Philippines, and Thailand.

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Find Pineapple Suppliers on Nutrada

Create a Nutrada account to explore and connect with trusted pineapple suppliers worldwide. Use advanced filters to sort by origin, quality standards, and production capacity. Access real-time pricing, digital procurement tools, and seamless communication with exporters to simplify your sourcing process.

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