Banana

The Russian government is considering adding bananas to the list of agricultural crops, which would allow producers to qualify for state support measures. Sergey Izmalkov, the Minister of Agriculture of the Stavropol Territory, mentioned, "The question of categorizing bananas as agricultural products... read more

Frullà is becoming Frullà Sport and is introducing the new Fruit Energy line (click here to learn more) to support athletes, and not only them, in facing daily challenges with natural and delicious products. There are 4 available flavors: Blueberry, Banana, Pineapple, and Mango. read more

Frullà is now Frullà Sport and is introducing the new Fruit Energy line: 4 flavors available, Blueberry, Banana, Pineapple, and Mango. A natural energy boost. read more

"2024 był bardzo dobrym rokiem dla naszej firmy. Był to rok konsolidacji, zwłaszcza jeśli chodzi o wolumen i naszych klientów" – oświadczył Marcelo Salgado, menedżer Dusal Ecuador. W 2024 roku firma udało się podwoić swoje eksport, z 40 do 80 kontenerów, dodał. "To jest nasza baza, z której" read more

In weeks 8 and 9 of 2025, average wholesale prices for bananas in the Netherlands (NL), Romania (RO), and Slovakia (SK) showed a clear upward trend. According to the data, prices in the Netherlands rose from €120 per 100 kg in week 8 to €122 per 100 kg in week 9, reflecting a modest but read more

Nowe badania przeprowadzone przez Uniwersytet w Exeter wykazały, że do roku 2080 dla wielu obszarów w Ameryce Łacińskiej i na Karaibach będzie ekonomicznie nieopłacalne kontynuowanie uprawy bananów na eksport, ze względu na wzrost temperatur spowodowany zmianami klimatycznymi. read more

W lutym Peru wyeksportowało 11 712 ton świeżych bananów za 9,26 miliona dolarów, tj. o 19% mniej wolumenu i o 23% mniej wartości w porównaniu z tym samym miesiącem w ubiegłym roku. Średnia cena za kilogram spadła o 4% i wynosiła 0,79 dolara. Ten trend był głównie wynikiem niższego popytu z Holandii i Stanów Zjednoczonych. read more

"We have observed that supermarkets prioritize Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives as long as they are not too expensive. Therefore, they often opt for certifications such as Rainforest Alliance or organic, which do not have minimum price guarantees like Fairtrade bananas. This places pressure on Fairtrade bananas..." read more

Dole France has announced a new partnership with perishable logistics specialist Primever that aims to revive the Port of Sète's role as a major hub for importing fruits such as citrus, bananas, avocados, and mangoes. read more

In 2024, bananas became the most popular fruit consumed in France for the first time. The bananas from Guadeloupe and Martinique were also chosen as France's favorite brand last August. However, the French banana sector is currently facing a significant crisis, both in terms of plant health and economy. read more

The plant protection product is mainly used worldwide in conventional banana cultivation. Mancozeb is considered to be highly harmful to fertility and can, according to the European Food Safety Authority, induce thyroid cancer. Its use has been banned in the EU since 2022. read more

The eighth week of 2025 continues like the previous ones, with the produce sold by weight continuing to perform better than pre-packaged products. In terms of distribution channels, there is a clear recovery in self-service and online shopping, while supermarkets confirm the trend. read more

The total supply of goods in the EU increased significantly from 583.179 million euros in 2023 to 677.629 million euros in 2024, reflecting a rise of 94.450 million euros. Among EU countries, Spain showed the most significant increase, rising from 347.019 million euros in 2023 to 449.202 million euros in 2024. read more

High-tech greenhouse growers in the UK are experiencing a disruption in the supply chain of bananas due to tropical storms affecting shipping routes in the Pacific. As a result, cargo ships are stranded at ports, affecting supermarket chains such as Tesco and M&S. Images on social media show empty shelves. read more

Bananas are a commonly purchased item found in most shopping bags, with 100 billion sold each year. They are one of the most significant categories in the fresh produce industry. The most popular variety is the Cavendish, which was first commercially produced in 1903 but did not become prominent until. read more

By the end of 2035, the market is expected to reach a volume of 5.8 million tons and a total value of 6.3 billion US dollars. Overall, there will be an upward trend in consumption in the EU over the next ten years. In 2024, banana consumption in the read more

Bananas are an important export crop worth 11 billion US dollars annually and crucial for the economies of many countries. However, in just over half a century, 60% of the regions currently growing bananas will no longer be able to. read more

Zmiany klimatyczne coraz bardziej ograniczają zdolność producentów bananów do dostarczania jednego z naszych ulubionych owoców. Nowe badania przeprowadzone przez University of Exeter i opublikowane w czasopiśmie Nature Food wykazały, że do roku 2080 wielu obszarów w Ameryce Łacińskiej i na Karaibach nie będzie ekonomicznie opłacalne kontynuowanie produkcji bananów. read more

There is a big innovation on the market: the lineFruit Energy by Frullà Sport has arrived just a few days ago. Comprising four flavors - Blueberry, Pineapple, Banana, and Mango - 100% natural and with exceptional taste, this range combines blended fruit, a distinctive feature of the Frullà brand, with read more

With 52,000 hectares dedicated exclusively to export production, Colombia's banana sector is seeking to boost its productivity and tackle price pressures through new negotiation models. Following a difficult 2023 characterized by decreased rainfall and a productivity slump, the results of 2024... read more