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Pineapple in Meghalaya

Hill pineapple. This guide covers where pineapple grows in Meghalaya, when it reaches the market, where and how it is sold, and who buys it.

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Main districtsRi Bhoi, West Garo Hills
SeasonMain season June–September; some fruit year-round.
Government buyingNo MSP; private trade
ResearchICAR Research Complex for NEH Region, Umiam
Export routeThrough Guwahati; land routes to Bangladesh
StateMeghalaya farm trade guide

About Pineapple

Pineapple grows in India's humid hill and coastal regions. The North East and Kerala lead, and Vazhakulam pineapple (Kerala) and Tripura Queen pineapple hold GI tags.

Where Pineapple Is Grown in Meghalaya

The main pineapple districts of Meghalaya are Ri Bhoi, West Garo Hills. Meghalaya is known for Lakadong turmeric, Khasi mandarin, ginger, pineapple, potato and arecanut. Much of its farming is organic by default, and its produce is traded through Shillong and on to Guwahati.

Season in Meghalaya

Main season June–September; some fruit year-round. Exact arrival dates in Meghalaya depend on local sowing and the monsoon, so check current arrivals before planning purchases.

How Pineapple Is Sold in Meghalaya

Produce is sold through local markets, cooperatives and traders, with the state promoting FPO-based marketing of ginger, turmeric and fruits.

Other major markets in Meghalaya

State Agencies in Meghalaya

Pineapple has no minimum support price, so it is bought almost entirely by private traders, processors and exporters. State marketing bodies regulate the markets and support farmer producer organisations.

Buyers, Processors and Exporters

These companies and bodies buy, process or export pineapple across India, including from Meghalaya. Tap a name for details.

Research and Advice in Meghalaya

New varieties, crop advice and seed for pineapple growers in Meghalaya come from the state agricultural universities below and from the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in each district.

Check today's pineapple prices in Meghalaya

Pineapple in Other States

Assam · Tripura · Manipur · West Bengal · Kerala

Related: Pineapple – all India · Meghalaya · All crops

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