Banana

The Government of Panama's Ministries of Commerce and Industry (MICI) and Agricultural Development (MIDA), along with Chiquita Panama LLC, signed a Memorandum of Understanding to promote the sustainable reactivation of the banana industry in Bocas del Toro. The agreement aims to enhance the read more

Chiquita kicks off the month of September with a series of initiatives designed for back-to-school season, confirming Chiquita bananas as Likely The Best Snack Ever: tasty, healthy, convenient, and suitable for any occasion. read more

Citronex is a family-owned company that already has ripening facilities in Poland, Romania, and Hungary, and is now expanding into Western markets. Marek Szulc, the COO of Citronex, has high ambitions for the new facility: "The new ripening facility is being built in Zele, Belgium. read more

The diversification of destinations, trade agreements, the evolution of spot prices, and consumer preferences in demanding markets are reshaping the outlook for Ecuadorian bananas. As Marianela Ubilla, manager of Agzulasa, explains, the company has experienced significant growth in its. read more

Costa Rica's banana sector experienced a 20.7% decrease in exports in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year. The National Banana Corporation (Corbana) identified excessive rainfall and the spread of Black Sigatoka disease as the main factors contributing to this decline. read more

Fyffes launches a new communication campaign. The focus is on Fyffes bananas against the backdrop of famous Irish landmarks, such as the chimneys of Poolbeg in Dublin and the Samuel Beckett Bridge. The communication revolves around the slogan Eat 'Em... Like 'Em... Love 'Em! read more

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

The Chamber of Commerce, Industries, and Agriculture of Panama - the largest business association in the country - has expressed its satisfaction with the return of the banana company Chiquita, whose comeback was confirmed over the weekend. read more

Ecuador exported 227.72 million boxes of bananas (each weighing 18.14 kg) between January and July 2025, representing a 4.77% increase over the same period last year, according to data from Acorbanec's Statistics Coordination Office. The European Union remained the main destination, accounting read more