Banana news archive – Page 11
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NewsBanacol owner refutes drug trafficking claims
In a strongly-worded statement, GreenLand Group denies company’s involvement with the illicit trade
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NewsAcorbanec marks seven years of growth
Association thanks its members for their resilience and commitment in tackling the challenges facing the sector
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ArticleBanana Time showcases Ecuador’s banana sector
Industry show in Guayaquil celebrates growth of Ecuadorian banana exports but discusses the various challenges currently facing the sector, from security to climate change
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NewsCosta Rica reaffirms commitment to sustainable banana production
Industry marks 30th anniversary of Banana Environmental Commission by setting out new green pledges
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NewsChiquita goes pink for breast cancer awareness
Chiquita once again joins forces with American Cancer Society for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, displaying pink stickers on its bananas
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NewsEcuador sets out stall as sustainable banana supplier
Ecuadorean Banana Cluster says commitment to living wage is enshrined in national law
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NewsClimate and sustainability to take centre stage at Banana Time 2023
El Niño, labour relations and shared responsibility for sustainability will be major talking points at international convention in Guayaquil, Ecuador
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NewsDole launches Wish health initiative
Campaign highlights new Disney movie Wish and will run until the end of March next year
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NewsNew banana brand tackles ‘produce devaluation’
“The world has got it wrong,” says creator of Fyffes’ new label, which promises support for female empowerment, education, and child nutrition
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CommentIt’s the price, stupid!
As Fairtrade launches its new offer to commercial partners in banana supply chains, Fairtrade International’s senior advisor for bananas Silvia Campos explains why sustainable prices are the key to a sustainable future
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NewsFairtrade introduces Future of Bananas initiative
Organisation says there is a brighter future for banana plantation workers as it launches ‘game-changing’ new offer for traders and retailers
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NewsFeedback sought on genetically modified banana
Panama disease-resistant, genetically modified variety is being assessed by Food Standards Australia New Zealand
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NewsInterko expands at-source ripening
Company says more avocado, mango and banana processors are using its technology to ripen fruit in the country of origin
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NewsInsights aplenty at first ever Global Tropicals Congress
There is plenty of untapped potential in the tropicals market – provided you get the quality and consistency right
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PodcastsFruitbox 97 · Mohammed Abbas, Del Monte
Recorded live on the Asia Fruit Logistica show floor in Hong Kong, Mohammed speaks with Chris White about segmentation
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NewsEcuador welcomes global industry to Banana Time 2023
Three-day event in port city of Guayaquil will facilitate knowledge exchange and business opportunities in the international banana industry
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NewsDole Europe switches to home-compostable banana labels
New stickers are supplied by Sinclair and proven to biodegrade on home compost within a year
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NewsEquifruit moves from woman-owned to women-owned
Sales and marketing director Kim Chackal becomes minority owner of the socially responsible brand
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NewsEcuadorean banana industry defends itself against drug claims
EBC said the industry invests more than US$100m each year in tackling security threats
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NewsIt’s time to talk tropicals
There’s just one week left to register for Fruitnet’s inaugural Global Tropicals Congress on 14 September