Pineapple thrives in the Low Country Wet and Intermediate Zones of Sri Lanka, making it an ideal monocrop or intercrop under coconut palms.
The Mauritius variety is widely popular for local fresh markets, while Kew is preferred for processing. Soil with good drainage and a pH of 5.5–6.0 provides optimal growth conditions. Double-row planting maximizes density and yield.
Preventing Mealybug Wilt Disease through sucker treatment before planting and managing flowering with growth regulators ensures uniform harvesting and high quality produce.
