Banana

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

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

Prezydent USA Donald Trump ogłosił 10% wzajemną taryfę obowiązującą wobec Ekwadoru i innych krajów. Zagraniczni eksperci ds. handlu oceniają potencjalny wpływ tej taryfy na eksport ekwadorskich produktów na rynek USA. Sektor bananowy, reprezentowany przez Stowarzyszenie Eksporterów Bananów Ekwadoru read more

A research team from KU Leuven has developed a new method to genetically modify bananas without adding foreign DNA to the plant. The regulation of CRISPR technology for improving crops is currently being evaluated by the European Council and is expected to be approved. read more

Banana producers worldwide are facing growing challenges due to climate change, which highlights the need for more resilient crops. However, since bananas do not have seeds, traditional plant breeding techniques cannot be applied to enhance their genetics. In response to this, a research team at KU Leuven has... read more

Morocco's banana import volume reached over 36,000 tons by the end of 2024, marking a 28.8% increase from the previous year and doubling the 2022 figures, as reported by EastFruit. This sets a new record for the period, with import costs surpassing $18 million. Historically, Ecuador and Costa Rica have been the main suppliers of bananas to Morocco. read more

Bananas, valued for their convenience and health benefits, are a versatile addition to one's diet. They are commonly eaten as a pre-workout snack or used in dishes such as smoothies and oatmeal. Nevertheless, the potential health effects of consuming bananas daily should be taken into account. read more

Morocco continues to increase its banana imports, according to EastFruit. By the end of 2024, the country had imported over 36,000 tons of bananas, which is 28.8% more than the previous year and twice as much as in 2022. This figure also sets a record for the observation period. read more

Bananas. Berries. Tomatoes. What do these three produce items have in common? Paul Rice knows. As the founder of Fair Trade USA and author of the new book, Every Purchase Matters, available starting April 8, he knows that in produce, these three are the top Fair Trade produce items. "Fair Trade." read more

Ecuadorian banana exporter Frutadeli S.A. has filed for bankruptcy against the Russian wholesale fruit supplier Troya Import. The claim was submitted to the Arbitration Court of St. Petersburg and Leningrad Region on March 30, due to an outstanding debt of $749,000 owed by the Russian company. read more