Abstract: The invention relates to a method of and apparatus for processing pineapples. Pineapples are processed by initially slicing the pineapples into discs, grading the discs according to diameter, and then de-skinning and coring the discs. This process provides a more efficient arrangement since less usable fruit is lost during de-skinning. The apparatus includes a device for removing the ends of the pineapple, a grading device for grading discs according to diameter and a de-skinning and coring machine for treating the graded discs. The machine may include a series of circular cutters which may be rotatable and are operable to remove the skins of the discs while the discs are passed through the machine.