Part 8/13:
Taiwan’s Citrus and Fruit Export Politics
Taiwan’s pineapple industry highlights another facet of the region’s integration of agriculture and geopolitics. China’s ban on Taiwanese pineapples, ostensibly for biosecurity reasons, has spurred national pride and resilience. Local companies have ramped up exports, with Taiwan Tobacco and Liquor Corporation expanding pineapple-based products like beer to support farmers. Community efforts, including free pineapple giveaways at street shops, symbolize national solidarity.