The diagram illustrates the full cycle of pineapple production, beginning with cultivation and ending with various pineapple-based products. Overall, the process involves three main stages: growing the fruit, harvesting and sorting it, and finally processing it into different commercial products.
In the first stage, pineapple plants are grown in fields for approximately two years until they reach maturity. During this period, they require regular watering, fertilising, and exposure to warm sunlight. Once the fruits are fully developed, workers manually harvest them and transport them to a processing facility. At this point, the pineapples are graded according to size and quality: large, undamaged fruits are selected for fresh sale, while medium-sized pineapples are prepared for canning. Smaller or imperfect fruits are sent for juice extraction.
In the final stage, suitable pineapples are peeled, sliced, or pressed using specialised machinery. The resulting products – fresh fruit, canned slices, or bottled juice – are then packaged and distributed to supermarkets. Overall, the process emphasises careful cultivation and efficient sorting to maximise commercial value.