Global Pineapple Market Overview 2021

Pineapple Market Size

In 2020, after two years of decline, there was significant growth in the global pineapple market, when its value increased by X% to $X. Overall, the total consumption indicated a measured increase from 2007 to 2020: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen years. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when the market value increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the global market hit record highs in 2020 and is likely to see gradual growth in the immediate term.

Pineapple Production

In value terms, pineapple production rose remarkably to $X in 2020 estimated in export prices. Over the period under review, the total production indicated prominent growth from 2007 to 2020: its value increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the last thirteen-year period. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2011 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Global production peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2020, production failed to regain the momentum.

The countries with the highest volumes of pineapple production in 2020 were Costa Rica (X tonnes), the Philippines (X tonnes) and Brazil (X tonnes), together accounting for X% of global production. Indonesia, China, Nigeria, India, Thailand, Colombia, Mexico, Angola, Ghana and Viet Nam lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X 2007 to 2020, the biggest increases were in Ghana, while pineapple production for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

The global average pineapple yield reached X tonnes per ha in 2020, remaining stable against 2019. Overall, the yield continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% against the previous year. The global yield peaked in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come. Despite the increased use of modern agricultural techniques and methods, future yield figures may still be impacted by adverse weather conditions.

In 2020, the total area harvested in terms of pineapples production worldwide totaled X ha, picking up by X% against 2019 figures. The harvested area increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; the trend pattern remained consistent, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations in certain years. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2010 when the harvested area increased by X% y-o-y. Over the period under review, the harvested area dedicated to pineapple production reached the maximum in 2020 and is expected to retain growth in years to come.

Production By Country

The countries with the highest volumes of pineapple production in 2020 were Costa Rica (X tonnes), the Philippines (X tonnes) and Brazil (X tonnes), with a combined X% share of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, China, Nigeria, India, Thailand, Colombia, Mexico, Angola, Ghana and Viet Nam, which together accounted for a further X 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of pineapple production, amongst the leading producing countries, was attained by Ghana, while pineapple production for the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Pineapple Exports

Exports

In 2020, shipments abroad of pineapples decreased by -X% to X tonnes, falling for the second year in a row after three years of growth. The total export volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2010 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. Global exports peaked at X tonnes in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2020, exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, pineapple exports amounted to $X in 2020. The total export value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 with an increase of X% year-to-year. Global exports peaked in 2020 and are expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

In 2020, Costa Rica (X tonnes) was the main exporter of pineapples, creating X% of total exports. The Philippines (X tonnes) took a X% share (based on tonnes) of total exports, which put it in second place, followed by the Netherlands (X%). The U.S. (X tonnes), Honduras (X tonnes) and Guatemala (X tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Costa Rica was also the fastest-growing in terms of the pineapples exports, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007 to 2020. At the same time, Guatemala (+X%), Honduras (+X%), the Philippines (+X%) and the Netherlands (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. The U.S. experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. From 2007 to 2020, the share of Costa Rica increased by +X% percentage points, while the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, Costa Rica ($X) remains the largest pineapple supplier worldwide, comprising X% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Philippines ($X), with a X% share of global exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a X% share.

In Costa Rica, pineapple exports increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007-2020. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Philippines (+X% per year) and the Netherlands (+X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The average pineapple export price stood at $X per tonne in 2020, surging by X% against the previous year. Over the period from 2007 to 2020, it increased at an average annual rate of +X%. As a result, export price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of origin; the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per tonne), while Guatemala ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Costa Rica, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Pineapple Imports

Imports

In 2020, after four years of growth, there was significant decline in supplies from abroad of pineapples, when their volume decreased by -X% to X tonnes. The total import volume increased at an average annual rate of +X% over the period from 2007 to 2020; however, the trend pattern indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2010 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Global imports peaked at X tonnes in 2019, and then reduced in the following year.

In value terms, pineapple imports fell modestly to $X in 2020. The total import value increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2020; however, the trend pattern remained relatively stable, with somewhat noticeable fluctuations being recorded in certain years. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2011 when imports increased by X% y-o-y. Global imports peaked at $X in 2019, and then declined modestly in the following year.

Imports by Country

The U.S. represented the major importer of pineapples in the world, with the volume of imports amounting to X tonnes, which was approx. X% of total imports in 2020. It was distantly followed by the Netherlands (X tonnes), China (X tonnes), Japan (X tonnes), Spain (X tonnes) and the UK (X tonnes), together creating a X% share of total imports. Italy (X tonnes), France (X tonnes), Germany (X tonnes), Canada (X tonnes), South Korea (X tonnes), Russia (X tonnes) and Portugal (X tonnes) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Imports into the U.S. increased at an average annual rate of +X% from 2007 to 2020. At the same time, China (+X%), Russia (+X%), the Netherlands (+X%), Spain (+X%) and the UK (+X%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, China emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in the world, with a CAGR of +X% from 2007-2020. Canada, Portugal, Italy, France and Japan experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. By contrast, South Korea (-X%) and Germany (-X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The U.S. (+X p.p.) and China (+X p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the global imports, while Germany saw its share reduced by -X% from 2007 to 2020, respectively. The shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.

In value terms, the U.S. ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported pineapples worldwide, comprising X% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands ($X), with a X% share of global imports. It was followed by China, with a X% share.

From 2007 to 2020, the average annual growth rate of value in the U.S. stood at +X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: the Netherlands (+X% per year) and China (+X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2020, the average pineapple import price amounted to $X per tonne, with an increase of X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Global import price peaked at $X per tonne in 2007; however, from 2008 to 2020, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by the country of destination; the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per tonne), while Russia ($X per tonne) was amongst the lowest.

From 2007 to 2020, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the UK, while the other global leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for pineapples in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of pineapple consumption in 2020 were the Philippines (2.4M tonnes), Brazil (2.4M tonnes) and Indonesia (2.3M tonnes), together comprising 25% of global consumption. These countries were followed by China, Nigeria, India, Thailand, Costa Rica, the U.S., Colombia, Mexico, Angola and Ghana, which together accounted for a further 47%.

What are the largest producers of pineapples in the world?

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The countries with the highest volumes of pineapple production in 2020 were Costa Rica (3.5M tonnes), the Philippines (2.8M tonnes) and Brazil (2.4M tonnes), with a combined 30% share of global production. These countries were followed by Indonesia, China, Nigeria, India, Thailand, Colombia, Mexico, Angola, Ghana and Viet Nam, which together accounted for a further 47%.

What are the leading suppliers of pineapples in the world?

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In value terms, Costa Rica ($1.4B) remains the largest pineapple supplier worldwide, comprising 58% of global exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Philippines ($301M), with a 13% share of global exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 8.1% share.

What are the leading importers of pineapples in the world?

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In value terms, the U.S. ($717M) constitutes the largest market for imported pineapples worldwide, comprising 31% of global imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the Netherlands ($189M), with a 8.1% share of global imports. It was followed by China, with a 7.3% share.

What is the average export price for pineapples in the world?

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The average pineapple export price stood at $693 per tonne in 2020, surging by 17% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for pineapples in the world?

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In 2020, the average pineapple import price amounted to $754 per tonne, growing by 13% against the previous year.