Banana

MocChau Highland JSC will be exhibiting at Fruit Logistica again, marking the company's second participation in the event, despite having visited the exhibition numerous times in the past as attendees. "We have been studying the effectiveness and impact of Fruit Logistica on the fruit industry for many years as visitors before deciding to exhibit." read more

This week, the Kantar Institute released its ranking of the most popular fruits and vegetables among the French last autumn, based on the quantities purchased over a 3-month period (P10/P11/P12). The top spot for fruit once again goes to bananas, and for vegetables, the first place goes to. read more

In an era where sustainability is paramount, the agricultural and apparel industries are witnessing the emergence of groundbreaking materials. A material science entity in London, Fibe, recently unveiled a novel textile fiber derived from potato harvest remnants, marking a significant stride in... read more

Contecon Guayaquil has opened a state-of-the-art cold storage facility at the Port of Guayaquil, representing a significant achievement for Ecuador's banana export infrastructure. The Guayaquil Banana Gateway is Ecuador's first on-dock cold storage hub, designed to enhance the country's position as a leader in banana exports. read more

Farmers in Warulwadi, Junnar taluka, who are traditionally known for their export-quality grapes, have begun cultivating export-grade bananas, creating a new source of sustainable income. Rutuparna Meher, an innovative farmer, has made history by sending the first air-conditioned container of bananas. read more

Between January and November 2024, Kyrgyzstan imported 33,050.9 tons of bananas worth $24.2 million, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. This marks a notable increase compared to the same period in 2023 when imports totaled 25,725.4 tons at a value of $16.8 million. read more

The banana sector in the Canary Islands saw a rebound in 2024 after a challenging 2023 characterized by record production but very low prices for the Plátanos de Canarias Producers' Organizations. The sector faced a critical situation in 2023 due to persistently low prices at the source and a sharp read more

The Canary Islands banana sector has experienced a recovery in 2024, following a 2023 that was marked by record production, but also very low prices. read more

The Philippines saw a decrease in its ranking as a worldwide banana exporter, dropping from third to fourth place in 2024, as reported by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This change was linked to a 3% decrease in banana exports, which was influenced by negative factors. read more

A video by content creator Jaskarn Singh Sidhu has gone viral, amassing 12 million views for its comedic take on sophisticated eating habits. The clip humorously showcases a woman in a posh restaurant eating a banana with a fork and butter knife. She delicately trims the ends, peels the banana, read more

In September 2021, the eruption of the La Palma volcano devastated homes, schools, farms, and the livelihoods of thousands of families on the island of La Palma. Today, a small step forward in the reconstruction of the Aridane Valley was taken with the collection of the first harvest from a farm. read more

W Kalaburagi district, ponad 1 000 plantatorów bananów boryka się z malejącymi cenami na rynku, prowadząc do strat finansowych i zwiększających się długów. Uprawa bananów wymaga całorocznego zaangażowania i znacznych inwestycji, a zysk zależy od korzystnych stawek na rynku. Jednakże, read more

Ecuador has solidified its position as the world leader in banana exports, with a total of 330.9 million boxes exported by November 2024; a 1.39% increase compared to the same period in 2023. The European Union remains the primary destination, representing 29.12% of exports, followed by... read more

A comparison of produce prices across European countries for the weeks ending December 29, 2024 (Week 52), and January 5, 2025 (Week 1), shows general stability with minor shifts in specific markets. Belgium (BE) remained stable, with prices unchanged at 96 across both weeks. read more

The Hamasen Museum of Taiwan Railway in Kaohsiung held a banana party on December 7-8 to celebrate local agriculture and the city's historical banana trade. The venue was adorned with large banana-themed artworks, paying homage to Taiwan's "Banana Kingdom" period when bananas were exported to Japan. One of the highlights of the event was Japan's... read more

In 2024, the banana export sector in Cameroon saw a 1.8% growth, with exports reaching 210,686 tons. This growth was mainly driven by the entry of Compagnie des Bananes de Mondoni (CDBM) into the market. CDBM is a subsidiary of the French company Compagnie fruitière de Marseille, and its presence had a significant impact on the sector. read more

The government will extend the tariff exemption for bananas, pineapples, and other essential products for the first six months of 2025. read more

After years of poor harvests and a lack of government policies, the banana sector in the province of Formosa started 2024 with 1,000 hectares of banana plants but ended the year with only 500. A severe drought and subsequent frost destroyed the plants in August. Following this, producers asked Karina Milei,... read more

Crypto billionaire Justin Sun, who purchased Maurizio Cattelan's duct-taped banana artwork for $6.24 million, is planning to express his gratitude to Shah Alam, the Manhattan vendor who originally sold the banana for 25 cents. Sun has announced his intention to buy 100,000 bananas from Alam and distribute them for free around the world. read more

Indie skupia się na zwiększeniu eksportu bananów do Rosji, po udanych próbach wysyłek do krajów takich jak Holandia drogą morską, jak oświadczył urzędnik. Kraj ten ma na celu osiągnięcie 1 miliarda dolarów w eksportze bananów w przyszłości. Obecnie eksport owoców... read more