Royal African Sugarloaf Pineapples a hit in USA KDI imported over 17 tons of pineapples in November 2006 RAS pineapples featured in holiday guide. The Royal African Sugarloaf Pineapple (white pineapples) where placed in a holiday catalogue for Wegman's grocery stores in upstate New York. Saveur Magazine | October 2006 issue The Royal African Sugarloaf Pineapple was mentioned in an article on pineapples. Michael Marks, Your Produce Man TV The white-fleshed Royal Sugarloaf Pineapples appeared as part of a special segment on March 31, 2006. Michael Marks told viewers, "If you find a Royal Sugarloaf Pineapple, you've got to buy it and try it."