Banana

The current demand can still be met, however, more often bananas with a less pronounced degree of ripeness are being used. At the same time, heavy rainfall in the banana growing areas of Ecuador has affected the banana harvest. Particularly affected read more

Ecuador is working on diversifying its destinations and seeking new trade agreements in the dynamic banana market. However, recently, the sector's performance has been impacted by weather conditions, market-specific restrictions, and international trade uncertainties. The Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador is actively involved in addressing these challenges. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, recently launched its latest commercial initiative in Italy. The company is now marketing the "Plátano de Canarias IGP" on the peninsula, the first organically grown banana produced. read more

Bananas confirm their position as a cornerstone of the fruit and vegetable department, as highlighted by the analysis of the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, which - for the month of April - paints a decidedly positive picture of consumption trends. Despite the prices in the retail sector read more

Bananas, table grapes, berries, citrus, and avocados are some of the Latin American fruits that could be most impacted by President Trump's new tariff policy. read more

Vietnam's durian exports have decreased, lagging behind dragon fruit and bananas in the first two months of 2025, due to strict import regulations. According to customs data, dragon fruit and banana exports amounted to $93.8 million and $71.8 million, respectively. Durian exports experienced a 69% decline. read more

The Banana Association of North America (BANA) has announced that the cost of bananas could increase by up to $250 million per year due to the 10 percent reciprocal tariff imposed by the Trump Administration on April 5. The U.S. Department of Agriculture reports that over $2.5 billion worth of bananas are imported each year. read more

Tobacco ban? Delhaize Belgium says 'Let them eat spinach!'

Delhaize Belgium's new campaign features health-focused statements to draw attention to the benefits of nutritious foods. Examples of the messaging include: 'Eating apples increases the chance of a healthy lifestyle'; 'Spinach may read more

If you buy a banana around Thohoyandou, the regional capital in the far North of South Africa, chances are that it is grown at Tshivhase Agridam farm in Khubvi, north of the city. Twenty-four years ago, Phillip Mulaudzi advised the new owners of the farm, where coffee was previously grown, to make a 180-degree turn. read more