Banana

Despite the increasing demand for bananas in Namibia, the country continues to rely heavily on imports as local production remains minimal. The Namibian Agronomic Board's (NAB) Seasonal Harvest report states that bananas are one of the most widely consumed fruits globally and are considered the most popular. read more

The month of April is an important milestone for Coliman Bananas as the company celebrates the 47th anniversary of the AGGALL Group – Coliman Bananas. This family business has grown with passion, innovation, and a strong sense of social responsibility since it was founded by Jorge Aguilar. read more

During the recent IFN Live dedicated to the world of bananas, broadcasted on our social channels (click here to watch the live stream), an encouraging picture has emerged regarding consumption, which has been steadily increasing in recent years. This trend is driving companies in the sector to... read more

The National Banana Corporation of Costa Rica, Corbana, will be hosting its 10th International Banana Congress in conjunction with the 25th Acorbat International Meeting on April 20-23, 2026 in the Mexican city of Mérida. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced the European launch of the Del Monte Honeyglow banana. read more

During the last IFN live broadcast (click here to watch it), dedicated to the world of bananas, a key concept emerged clearly: segmentation is the real driver to increase the value of the product in every aspect. A strategic approach that finds concrete read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. has announced the European debut of the Del Monte® Honeyglow® banana. Following the successful launch of the Honeyglow® pineapple in 2020, which quickly became Europe's fastest-growing pineapple, Fresh Del Monte is now expanding the line with the introduction of Honeyglow® bananas. read more

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

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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