Banana

It has always been one of the undisputed queens of the fruit and vegetable department, present in shopping carts 365 days a year. The banana, an iconic and one of the best-selling products ever, has often been talked about for its aggressive pricing strategies adopted in retail outlets. read more

Farmers in Colombia, the fifth-largest banana producer globally, are aiming to increase their exports to the European Union, motivated by the financial advantages of selling to this market, as stated by an industry leader. Colombian bananas command a premium in the EU because of their sustainability practices... read more

The analysis by FreshFruit Peru shows that the average price per kilogram has slightly increased to 0.87 US dollars, 3% more than in the same period of the previous year, helping to partially offset the lower quantity. read more

In the first quarter of 2025, Peru exported 39,689 tonnes of bananas valued at US$34 million. This represented a 12% decrease in volume and a 9% decrease in value compared to the same period the previous year. read more

Australian Bananas has introduced an interactive activation at the Sydney Royal Easter Show, featuring a new 'Farm-to-Table' educational video. The goal is to establish a connection between children and where their food comes from. read more

In line with Banana Day on April 20th, Aldi Süd is highlighting its commitment to a more sustainable banana supply chain. For example, the company advocates for fair wages for workers on the ground. The prices paid to banana producers are based on... read more

The prices of bananas from the main suppliers remained unchanged this week, with no reported changes for countries like Belize, Cameroon, Colombia, and Costa Rica. For instance, the average price of bananas from Belize remained stable at £1.05, the same as last week's average. Similarly, the prices of bananas from Cameroon... read more

The Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE) has signed two agreements with Coface and Verificante to enhance transparency and compliance standards in the country's banana export sector. Coface is a global company specializing in credit insurance and risk analysis... read more

Bad health. The study suggests that increasing potassium intake while reducing sodium consumption can have a greater impact on managing blood pressure than just lowering sodium intake. High blood pressure affects more than 30% of adults globally and is a leading contributor to heart disease. read more