Banana

In 2023, Ghana exported 75,000 tons of bananas to the European Union, generating revenue of US$52.47 million. The main destinations for these shipments were France, the United Kingdom, and Italy. This information comes from the Ghana Statistical Service and DG AGRI. Ghana cultivates around 9,239 hectares of dessert bananas. read more

Fyffes has recently launched a new campaign in Ireland to showcase its branded bananas. read more

Aldi Süd is committed to promoting fair trade and more sustainable supply chains. As part of its sustainability strategy, the discount retailer is expanding its range of Fairtrade-certified products. Since 2017, 100% of its own-brand bananas have been Fairtrade-certified or certified by another recognized organization. read more

According to the meteorological monitoring platform Banaclima, a total of 1,500 mm of precipitation was recorded in just three months in the second half of 2024. read more

As Janaswamy emphasizes, many consumers eat at least one banana daily. "After consumption, the peel is simply discarded. But what if we could find a use for the peel that also helps reduce plastic waste?" read more

The main banana distributor in China, Dole China, and the leading seed company Rijk Zwaan were the big winners of the ASIA FRUIT AWARDS 2025, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the fruit and vegetable sector in Asia. The ceremony took place yesterday. read more

Corbana, the National Banana Corporation of Costa Rica, has stated that the effects of climate change in the Caribbean region have significantly impacted the country's banana sector in the first half of the year. read more

The fruit supplier Fyffes and online retailer Ocado have announced the official opening of newly constructed school facilities in southern Belize. read more

Major banana marketer Dole China, Thai importer-distributor City Fresh Fruit, multi-format food retailer Central Retail Vietnam, and leading seed company Rijk Zwaan have won the prestigious Asia Fruit Awards 2025. read more

Banana marketer Dole China, Thai importer-distributor City Fresh Fruit, multi-format food retailer Central Retail Vietnam, and seed company Rijk Zwaan have won the prestigious Asia Fruit Awards 2025. The winners were announced during a presentation ceremony at the event today. The annual read more

World Tristar Cambodia, the largest Cavendish banana plantation in Kampot province, is expanding its production to meet the high demand in both local and international markets. Company representative Heang Menghoung announced that 1,000 hectares have been developed in Trapeang Phleang commune, Chhouk district. read more

Due to steady growth, especially in the past five years, the fruit has become the fastest growing crop in the country. The biggest leap occurred in 2021/22, when production increased from 142,000 tons to 216,000 tons. In 2022/23, the output reached 292,000 tons. read more