Strong arrivals in western and southern markets weigh on prices, while select hill and premium segments command higher rates

India’s pineapple markets witnessed a broad price spectrum between April 12–13, 2026, reflecting diverse quality grades, regional demand patterns, and significant variations in arrivals across key states.

Prices ranged from as low as Rs 1,000 per quintal in select markets of Rajasthan to a high of Rs 9,000 per quintal in premium hill produce markets of Tamil Nadu’s Nilgiris region. Modal prices across major markets largely hovered between Rs 3,000 and Rs 6,500 per quintal, indicating stable demand for mid-grade fruit.

Kerala, a key pineapple-producing state, reported steady supplies across multiple markets in Ernakulam, Kollam, and Idukki districts. Prices in these regions generally ranged between Rs 2,500 and Rs 7,800 per quintal, with higher realizations seen for large-sized and premium-grade fruit in Kozhikode’s Mukkom market. Notably, VFPCK markets such as Keerampara and Mazhuvannur recorded consistent arrivals with modal prices around Rs 3,000 per quintal, reflecting bulk supply conditions.

In Maharashtra, major consumption hubs such as Mumbai and Pune saw a wide price band due to mixed quality arrivals and varying demand. Mumbai recorded modal prices around Rs 4,750 per quintal, while Pune markets traded lower at approximately Rs 3,500 per quintal amid substantial arrivals exceeding 79 metric tonnes.

Northern markets displayed moderate demand. Delhi’s Azadpur mandi reported modal prices of Rs 4,075 per quintal, while Punjab markets showed greater variability, with prices dipping to Rs 2,200 per quintal in Jalandhar due to lower-grade arrivals, and rising up to Rs 5,000 per quintal in better-quality lots.

Himachal Pradesh markets, including Dharamshala and Una, reflected relatively firm pricing, with modal rates between Rs 4,100 and Rs 7,000 per quintal, supported by limited arrivals and preference for better-grade fruit.

Tamil Nadu markets stood out for premium pricing in select regions. Udhagamandalam recorded the highest modal price of Rs 8,500 per quintal, while several Uzhavar Sandhai markets maintained stable prices in the Rs 5,600–Rs 7,000 per quintal range. However, price disparities persisted across districts depending on fruit size and quality.

Rajasthan markets showed the widest volatility, with prices ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 4,600 per quintal, largely influenced by inconsistent quality and varying supply volumes. Jaipur, a major trading center, saw significant arrivals of over 70 metric tonnes, keeping modal prices subdued at around Rs 3,000 per quintal.

Overall, the market trend indicates that while ample arrivals in key consumption centers are exerting downward pressure on prices, premium-quality and large-sized pineapples continue to command higher rates in niche and hill markets. Traders expect prices to remain range-bound in the near term, with fluctuations driven by regional supply dynamics and quality differentials.