The pineapple will maintain its upward trend in the international market heading into 2026.

(Agraria.pe) The prices of pineapple boxes in the international market continue to rise and, heading into 2026, all indications suggest that this trend will strengthen even more. This is the assertion of Alexander Bolaños, technical and commercial manager at Agroindustrial Bananera Caribe and Piñera Paramina, who points out that this behavior responds to concrete and verifiable factors. Among the main reasons for the increase, Bolaños highlights the sustained growth in global demand. Pineapple consumption has increased both in traditionally consuming regions and in new markets, driven by the trend towards healthier eating, the rise of products such as juices, smoothies, and infusions, and the preference for fresh fruit with better ripeness and flavor. Moreover, pineapple has found new uses in the cosmetic industry and in fourth-range products, such as peeled and ready-to-eat fruit, which have boosted consumption. On the other hand, supply has not grown at the same pace as demand. ...