Live from Fruit Attraction: SIIM presents their "Zero Carbon" pineapples from Ecuador

At the stand 6D01 SIIM presents the first in the world Zero Carbon pineapple. Pineapple grown in Ecuador and delivered by sea. The whole process of  supply chain of these pineapples, from the planting to distribution is 100% Carbon neutral.

For many years engaged in the reduction of carbon footprint of their fruits and vegetables, SIIM announced the arrival of the first in the world Zero Carbon pineapple at the European market: from their farms in Ecuador to their platform located at the International Market in Paris-Rungis, France. Issued by TUV Rheinland this certification “zero carbon” sums up the long work and mobilization of teams, in Ecuador and in France.

This pineapple of Extra Sweet variety sold under the mark Terrasol from 1961 is recognised for its taste qualities on the European level for many years. Cultivated at zero latitude  across the Andean massif it benefits from exceptional soil, perfect climate conditions and historical know-how developed by the production team. The product that respects the basics of sustainable agriculture this pineapple has certification  Global GAP, Rainforest Alliance and audited by OIOS.

At their Fruit Attraction stand SIIM also presents litchi from Madagascar, bananas  Selvatica, mangoes Dibra and also the rest of the range of fresh fruits and vegetables.

About SIIM

Grower, importer, ripener and distributor of tropical fruits and vegetables company SIIM, the subsidiary of GROUP OMER-DECUGIS & FILS founded in 1850, is one of the main players at the European market and leader in Africa. Offering the production in Africa and Latin America company SIIM has its own chain of distribution in France and Spain from where it supplies all the European markets. It offers its specific know-how techniques in ripening (bananas, mangoes, papaya, avocado) which allows the company to offer the variety of ripe bananas and exotic fruits from its ripening platform in Rungis.