Key Market Indicators
Central African demand for pineapples is projected to remain steady over the forecast period. In 2021, the country ranked 64th in global demand for the fruit, with 16,000 metric tons consumed. Finland was the leading consumer, with 16,000 metric tons. Brazil, India and the US followed in second, third and fourth places. Central African production of pineapples is forecast to grow 0.8% annually from 2021 to 2026, reaching 18,500 metric tons. Since 1966, Central African pineapple production has grown by 1.2% each year. In 2021, the country ranked 49th in global production, with 17,600 metric tons. Papua New Guinea was the leading producer, with 17,600 metric tons. The Philippines, Brazil and China followed in second, third and fourth places.
