Costa Rica ships its pineapples to China for the first time
Costa Rica
Friday 09 June 2017
FJ
The pineapples of Costa Rica took for the first time the direction to China.
A first shipment that marks an important step for Costa Rica to conquer the Chinese market for tropical fruits.
This first expedition left the port of Caldera, in Puntarenas, for Shanghai. Comprising a dozen containers or a little more than 15 000 cartons of pineapple.
This expedition is the culmination of a demanding process, strict controls and checks to meet the guidelines of the Chinese authorities. Industry professionals expect a rapid increase in volumes in this important market, with a promotion in Asia through active participation in Asia Fruit Logistica.
source : qcostarica.com