The global pineapple market has been experiencing fluctuations due to factors such as lower production in Costa Rica affecting other markets. In the Netherlands, a decline in pineapple plantations has led to higher prices and benefited larger producers. Italy's pineapple market is described as "strange" with low demand and an increase in summer and autumn varieties. Spain has seen an increase in pineapple imports. In North America, pineapple supplies from Costa Rica are stable, although demand may be weaker.