Queen pineapple (Ananas comusus (Linn.) Merr) is one of the Philippines' sweetest variety of pineapple. It has a tapering shape, deep eyes & yellow flesh color. It is also known for its distinct aroma & crisp flesh. Its core is smaller, compared to other varieties.

Queen pineapple has a distinct sweetness that is highly acceptable in a pineapple fruit. It will delight people with delicate taste. The fresh queen pineapple is nutritious too because it contains vitamin C, vitamin A, calcium, phosphorus, fat, sugar and carbohydrates.

The province of Camarines Norte is the only province in the Philippines that traditionally grows the queen pineapple cultivar.

Availability:

All year round

 

Classification (12kgs. per box):

Large    (800 gms – up)

Medium (500 gms –799 gms)

Small    (350 g – 499 gms)

Butterball (below 350 g)

 

Packaging:

SMALL      12 - 15pcs/box    

MEDIUM    10 - 11pcs/box

LARGE        8 - 9 pcs/box      

 

Brix Content:
Sugar content, 14 to 18 ºbx

 

Shelf Life:

Three (3) weeks or 21 days

 

Maturity Index:

Queen pineapple taste best when not over ripe. This is when the skin has traces of yellow and the eyes are wider. The flesh is crisp and has a distinct sweetness. Just right as table fruit or dessert.

 

Volume & Capacity per container (paletized):

* 40 footer reefer container = 1,540 boxes

* 20 footer reefer container =    770 boxes