“Lack of infrastructure,” he said. Rahul Gandhi has never eaten a Meghalayan pineapple, making a strange claim
January 23, 2024 | Pi News |
Rahul Gandhi, a prominent Indian politician, recently drew attention by claiming he had never tasted Meghalaya pineapples while eating one in the region. His comments suggested a lack of infrastructure hindering the world from enjoying these pineapples. However, Meghalaya pineapples are popular abroad, especially in Gulf countries. These pineapples are exported to places like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and Kuwait, and are sold in malls. Meghalaya, accounting for over 8% of India's pineapple production, is a significant player in the country's agricultural landscape. The state government has initiated programs to enhance farmers' lives and double their income, emphasizing pineapple cultivation. Additionally, training sessions for farmers on harvesting and packaging pineapples are underway. Meghalaya pineapples are known for their unique qualities, including less pesticide residue, making them stand out in the market. Despite political statements, the reality is that Meghalaya pineapples are well-received globally, and efforts are being made to boost their cultivation and distribution.
Read more
Viewed Articles
January 23, 2024 | Pi News | Rahul Gandhi, a prominent Indian politician, recently drew attention by claiming he had never tasted Meghalaya pineapples while eating one in the region. His comments sugg
Read More
January 12, 2026 | The Take Out | California produces about 90% of U.S.-grown avocados, mainly in San Diego County, but domestic production faces growing challenges. Although the 2024/25 crop was valu
January 12, 2026 | Daily Express| Malaysia plans to increase pineapple exports from 3,789 containers in 2025 to 4,000 containers this year as part of efforts to reduce its trade deficit and strengthen
November 18, 2025 | FBC News | Fiji has made its first commercial trial shipment of pineapples to New Zealand, sending three tons of Ripley Queen fruit on November 5. Agriculture Minister Tomasi Tunab
September 20, 2025 | Q Costarica| The U.S. government has suspended tariffs on all agricultural products from Costa Rica and several other countries, bringing welcome relief to Costa Rican exporters.
December 10, 2025 | Fruit Today | CONASPROMANGO, founded in 1992, represents Mexico’s mango production sector across 12 states. The organisation highlights that Mexico has nearly 54,000 mango producer
