Pineapple cultivation, main pests and their management in Mexico

2000Agro/Editorial The pineapple (Ananas comosus) is considered one of the most consumed tropical fruits in the world. It has a bittersweet taste characteristic, as well as a high level of vitamins and antioxidants. Furthermore it is rich in fiber and minerals and has a high water content. This fruit is native to South America, according to botanists, it comes from a region between southern Brazil and Paraguay, from where it spread to the rest of the cone south, in more than 2000 species, which are used to produce beverages traditional ones like “chicha” and “guarapo”. Its pulp yellow, extremely juicy, it has a sweet and acidic flavor that allows it to can be consumed fresh, in juices, jellies, desserts, salads and in various saucers. Worldwide More than 28 million tons are produced on a cultivated area more than one million hectares. Costa Rica is the leading producer. Historically, The first industrial pineapple plantation was established by James Dole in Hawaii, with the Smooth ...