EU Pineapple Imports in 2008 / 1st part

by David Ivanovic

In 2008, pineapple imports for the EU-15 have witnessed another big jump in terms of pineapple shipments. Between 2004 and 2008, arrivals have grown by nearly 80%, representing an annual growth rate of 15%.

Costa Rica is the main locomotive in this highly competitive market, growing from 250,000 metric tonnes in 2004 to 670,000 four years later. Latin American suppliers are confirming their leaderships while traditionnal West African suppliers are progressively switching their products from Smooth Cayenne to MD-2 varieties.

In 2008, pineapple imports recorded a CIF value of €595 million.