The main important factor that affects the price of Costa Rican pineapples is seasonality since the peak season provides sufficient supply which lowers prices. Other important factors are types or varieties, class, quality, and period of higher consumption such as year-end holidays.
- The peak season of pineapple provides sufficient supply which lower prices
- Types or varieties of pineapple
- Higher class pineapples are pricier compared to low-class pineapple
- Excellent quality pineapple could provide higher prices
- Period of higher consumption such as year-end holidays