Banana

Egypt is well-known for its exports of grapes and oranges, but one company is now looking to expand its offerings by exporting Egyptian bananas. "We will begin exporting our bananas to Europe by the end of June," says Mina Maged, Sales Manager at Mimac. "We have already been exporting some bananas to Europe." read more

Ta seria podaje średnie ceny hurtowe bananów według kraju pochodzenia. Ceny są krajowymi średnimi cenami najczęściej pobieranymi za banany na rynkach hurtowych w Birmingham i Londynie. Publikacja ta jest aktualizowana co tydzień. Obecne średnie tygodniowe ceny bananów wynosiły... read more

Colombia, the world's fifth-largest banana exporter, has announced that it is on track to increase shipments by 5 percent this year following a decline in productivity last year. read more

For the past year, Agronorperú, a family-owned business that produces and markets bananas in the Peruvian province of Piura, has been following the Fairtrade certification guidelines. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life for their employees and the local community, while also placing emphasis on... read more

For the past year, Agronorperú, a family-owned business that produces and markets bananas in the Peruvian province of Piura, has been following the guidelines of Fairtrade certification. Their aim is to improve the quality of life for their employees and the local community, while also focusing on... read more

As for the destination countries, the decline in shipments to the EU, Russia, and the United Kingdom was offset by an increase in shipments to the USA, North Africa, and the Far East. The largest increase was recorded in Algeria, where... read more

Bananas hold the top spot in the worldwide fruit market, consistently ranking as a favorite choice. They are not only a fundamental part of many people's diets globally but are also easily accessible year-round. However, an interesting trend has recently surfaced, as pointed out by analysts at EastFruit: read more

A decrease in purchases from the Chilean market has resulted in a significant drop in exports of Peruvian bananas this year. read more

Matthew Seidel of Oakland, California, has set a pending Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon run in a fruit costume. He completed the Boston Marathon in 2:35:38 while dressed as a banana. This achievement surpasses the previous record by over five minutes, which was held by Jordan Maddocks who ran as a fruit and finished the marathon in 2:41:27. read more

Europe is the largest importer of bananas globally. In 2022, approximately 5.5 million tons of bananas were imported, with 75% originating from Latin America. The supply chain is intricate and demands significant resources and energy, particularly during the ripening process. To minimize the environmental impact, efforts are being made to optimize the supply chain. read more

Bananas dominate the global fruit market, consistently ranking as a favorite. They are a staple in diets worldwide and are easily accessible year-round. read more

Bananas are one of the most popular fruits globally and play a significant role in the agrifood industry. They are cultivated in 150 countries worldwide and are the most commercialized fruit and vegetable product on an international scale. Bananas rank as the third most sold product in the agrifood sector. read more

Ecuador's banana exports up to March 2024 have decreased by 0.24%, with 102.01 million boxes sent in March 2024 compared to 102.26 million in March 2023. The decrease is attributed to factors such as delays in the Panama Canal, adverse weather conditions, and an increase in the Minimum Support Price for a box of bananas. read more

Bananas have long been the dominant player in the global fruit trade. They are also one of the most widely available and consumed fruits year-round in many countries around the world. However, analysts at EastFruit have observed an interesting trend: Central Asian countries appear to have a lukewarm read more

Ecuador exported 99.47 million boxes of bananas in the first quarter of 2024, which was a decrease of 0.4 percent compared to the same period the previous year. read more

Ta seria przedstawia średnie ceny hurtowe bananów według kraju pochodzenia. Ceny są krajowymi średnimi najczęściej stosowanymi cenami ładowanymi za banany na rynkach hurtowych w Birmingham i Londynie. Publikacja ta jest aktualizowana co tydzień. Obecne średnie ceny tygodniowe bananów wynosiły. read more

"The banana market has been favorable for us. However, prices are currently facing some pressure. It is common for consumption to decrease each year when other summer fruits become available. The price of green bananas is currently around €16. The supply is not unusually high and is expected to remain relatively stable." read more

A viral TikTok video showcasing a banana bought from Costco, which was surprisingly tough and doughy when broken, has amassed over 5.3 million views. The user @hunterkiotv posted the video depicting his mother grappling with the banana's unusual texture, comparing it to glue or Play-Doh. read more

16th of April saw the inauguration of Chiquita's largest European ripening facility at the GI.MA.TRANS logistics center in Cortenuova, in the province of Bergamo, Italy. The event was graced by the presence of the Provincial Councilor, Massimo Cocchi, as well as the company's industrial partners and customers. read more

The banana industry is facing enormous challenges. Global issues such as climate change, inflation, and market control by a few big players are posing significant difficulties for farmers and workers worldwide. In order to address these issues... read more