Banana

In spring 2024, Dion Duijvestijn conducted a preliminary study on the control of Opogona sacchari in Cymbidium cultivation as an intern at Vertify. Through a combination of literature review, trials, and interviews with growers, the effectiveness and applicability of different control strategies were assessed. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) is improving its support systems for the banana industry in the Philippines, tackling issues like Panama disease and competition from global markets. Agriculture Undersecretary Cheryl Marie Natividad-Caballero emphasized the importance of these efforts. read more

The company, founded 13 years ago, has gained recognition for using banana bioactives sourced from upcycled bananas in the French Caribbean. Following eco-extraction principles, it seeks to extract the benefits of bananas in an environmentally conscious manner, minimizing ecological impact. Kadalys. read more

After a 14-year career in Japan's corporate sector, Andrew Doré made a transition to agriculture in South Africa, where he now focuses on macadamia and banana farming. His decision to shift industries was motivated by a desire to make a positive impact on society, prompting him to purchase a 30-hectare farm called Villa Doré in KwaZulu-Natal. read more

Ostatnie dane dotyczące cen bananów ujawniają znaczące tygodniowe wahania na głównych rynkach światowych. Belize, będące częścią grupy ACP, odnotowało średnią cenę 0,90 funta za kilogram, co odzwierciedla wzrost o 5,15% w porównaniu z poprzednim tygodniem. Ten skok może być przypisany regionalnym ograniczeniom podaży lub. read more

Zwiększające się napięcia geopolityczne na Morzu Południowochińskim spowodowały spadek zakupów Chin bananów z Filipin, co wpłynęło na pozycję tego kraju na istotnych rynkach azjatyckich. Według danych Międzynarodowego Centrum Handlu, import bananów z Filipin do Chin spadł o 49 procent... read more

Colombia is facing a challenge with the Tropical Race 4 (TR4) fungal disease, which poses a threat to its significant banana exports. TR4 is a disease caused by the Fusarium fungus and was initially identified in Asia in the 1990s before reaching Colombia in 2019, establishing its presence in all major banana-producing regions. read more

Starting on October 21st for 3 weeks, the Banana of Guadeloupe and Martinique is back on French television and in the Paris metro. Visual of the in-store campaign On televisionFrom October 21st to November 3rd, the French banana, with its blue-white-red ribbon, sponsored Télématin (6.30am to read more

Oranges are the third most consumed category of fruit in Italy, after apples and bananas, despite their seasonality being concentrated in the autumn-winter period. In fact, oranges are a pillar of our diet, thanks to their versatility: they are often consumed at the end. read more

The message conveyed by the three dynamic panels, organized by the Latin American Banana Task Force and the FAO-supported World Banana Forum (WBF) secretariat at Fruit Attraction 2024 in Madrid, was clear: only through collaboration and joint planning - involving everyone from the lowest paid workers to shareholders - can we tackle the challenges facing the banana industry. read more

In Spain, a record shipment of cocaine was seized at the port of Algeciras; 13 tons of drugs hidden among bananas, making it the largest seizure in the country's history and one of the most significant ever worldwide. The joint operation by the Agency of... read more

"More than 100 hectares of export banana crops in the municipality of Chimoré, in the department of Cochabamba, were destroyed by hurricane-force winds and heavy rain. In my community alone, there are more than 100 hectares of export bananas lying on the ground due to these..." read more

Policja i celnicy w Hiszpanii przechwycili ponad 13 ton kokainy ukrytej w przesyłce bananów z Ekwadoru. read more

Members of the international banana trade will convene in the city of Machala in Ecuador's El Oro province next week for the first edition of Banana Business, the international convention organized by the Banana Marketing and Export Association of Ecuador (Acorbanec). read more

Last week, a European delegation visited an organic banana farm in Ecuador to learn about the country's efforts to comply with strict European regulations on sustainability, quality, environment, and due diligence. read more

Las autoridades españolas han informado sobre la mayor incautación de cocaína en el país hasta la fecha, que asciende a 13 toneladas. La operación se llevó a cabo en el puerto sur de Algeciras el 14 de octubre, donde la policía y los agentes de aduanas interceptaron la droga oculta dentro de un barco contenedor que había zarpado desde Guayaquil. read more

Ciężkie opady deszczu i silne wiatry spowodowały zniszczenia na ponad ośmiu hektarach plantacji bananów w Antipas, Cotabato. Miejski Urząd Redukcji Ryzyka Katastroficznego i Zarządzania Kryzysowego (MDRRMO) poinformował, że dwie plantacje bananów zostały dotknięte, a łączna powierzchnia zniszczonych terenów wynosi 8,2 hektara w Barangay Canaan. read more

According to official estimates, over 16,000 hectares of farmland in Senegal have been flooded, severely impacting the production of onions, okra, eggplants, bananas, tomatoes, as well as staple crops like corn and rice. read more

Richard Salazar, executive director of the Ecuadorian Banana Marketing and Export Association (Acorbanec) and organizer of the Banana Business 2024 Convention, announced that the event will also serve as a platform to promote strategic alliances, conduct business negotiations, and foster collaboration. read more

In the Gaibandha district of Bangladesh, farmers are increasingly turning to banana cultivation due to its low input costs and high returns. The area's soil and climate conditions make it suitable for growing a variety of banana types. read more