The Government of Meghalaya has facilitated the export of 3.5 million tonnes of organically grown pineapples to the United Arab Emirates, marking the state's first international pineapple shipment.[1][3] This achievement is part of the state's ongoing efforts to establish market linkages for its pineapple farmers, both domestically and globally.[2][4] The pineapples from Meghalaya are highly sought after for their exceptional sweetness and low sourness, with a brix value of 16-18.
[4][5] In addition to the UAE exports, the state government has also helped farmers secure sustained market connections with domestic processors and retailers, including a deal to supply pineapples to Reliance Retail stores across Guwahati.[4] These initiatives have not only increased price realizations for Meghalaya's pineapple growers but also showcased the superior quality of the state's "fineapples" in national and international markets.[4]
Citations:
[1] https://agriculturepost.com/agribusiness/agri-marketing/meghalaya-exports-first-pineapple-shipment-to-uae-strengthens-linkage-with-domestic-market/
[2] https://agriculturepost.com/policy/meghalaya-govt-recognises-best-performing-farmer-entrepreneurs-with-awards-and-seed-money/
[3] https://www.freshplaza.com/europe/article/9640191/meghalaya-exports-first-international-pineapples-of-the-season/
[4] https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/foreign-trade/meghalaya-exporting-over-1-3-tonnes-of-pineapples-to-the-middle-east/articleshow/102236027.cms
[5] https://theshillongtimes.com/2014/09/06/pensive-about-pineapples/