Israel Pineapple MD2 is a popular commercial variety being cultivated widely in countries like Israel and Costarica. MD2 is often called as 'Golden ripe' and 'Super sweet' pineapple since it is in attractive golden colour and extra sweet in taste. Brix value is around 17.MD2 pineapple is less acidic and less fibrous too. While mauritius variety is commonly cultivated in Kerala, MD2 will replace mauritius pineapple in taste and many other things. The 'Cone' shape of mauritius variety is not suitable for value added products, while the cylindrical shape of MD2 pineapple is suitable for making them. While the mauritius variety got average 15 days of shelf life, MD2 got 30 days shelflife which makes it suitable for commercial cultivation. MD2 pineapple got thinner skin and less deep eyes. Mauritius pineapple 10000 nos can be cultivated in 1 acre, while MD2 can be cultivated 20000 nos. The spineless leaves of MD2 is another advantage.Hardened tissue culture plants will yield in 1 year of planting.