Bananas
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Bananas Industry, including Bananas growers, Bananas production, and the import and export of Bananas.
ABGC CEO Jim Pekin retires
Longstanding head of the Australian Banana Growers’ Council stands down after 11 years
Bayer makes Zero Hunger Pledge
More than half of US$160m pledge to end global hunger invested in vegetable seeds and R&D support for smallholder farmers
Fairtrade Cananda increases certified banana availability
Retailers in the country have expanded their Fairtrade banana offering as Fairtrade Month is marked
SanLucar schools project receives Social Enterprise Prize
The award was given to the company for its school support project in Ecuador, where it has its own production farms
Dole expands hero contest in North America
Dole is opening up its superhero contest to so-called “everyday heroes”, while introducing new Marvel-themed banana and pineapple sticker designs
Adriëlle Dankier named as new CEO of Nature’s Pride
Dutch importer confirms current chief executive officer Fred van Heyningen will step down as of 1 June
Philippine bananas get promotion boost
New funding to power Pilipino Banana Growers and Exporters Association marketing campaign in Japan
Cambodia courts Korean fruit investment
Cambodian Ministry of Commerce asks for support to boost fruit exports to Korea
Nutrano sells banana assets to LPG
Deal strengthens LPG’s Australian banana business, as Nutrano focuses on citrus and tropicals
Fyffes organises Ireland’s first National Fitness Games
‘Fuelled by Fyffes’ event offers up challenges that test power, endurance, speed and strength
Fairtrade America makes banana appeal
Organisation celebrates National Banana Day in the US with call to support a fair supply chain
CMR Infinita obtains IFS Food certification
Accreditation is part of CMR’s continuous efforts to guarantee the supply of safe and quality products
Fyffes expands marketing team
Áine McElroy joins as marketing executive responsible for bananas and pineapples in Ireland
Canada opens for Indian bananas
National plant protection organisations of India and Canada finalise access for Indian bananas and baby corn
Dole expands Banana Day celebration
Event extended to week-long celebration while company also highlights link between bananas and alleviation of stress
Avocados lead Colombia’s export growth in Europe
Colombia to showcase its commitment to increasingly sustainable avocados, bananas, and exotic fruits at Fruit Logistica
AgroStar acquires INI Farms
Deal will give INI Farms access to a wider and more diverse range of products for its global customers
Dole launches social media contest
Group's Celebrate Super Heroes Contest launched on 28 March, and will award US$10,000 in scholarships
Frutura to acquire Chile’s Subsole
Frutura CEO David Krause said a strong presence in Chile is integral to the company's growth strategy
Fyffes opens €25m ripening centre
New Balbriggan-based facility will have an output of over 7m bananas per week when operating at full capacity
Building Dreams to benefit 100 Colombian families
Fyffes partners with Banasan Foundation, Albert Heijn and local banana producers on housing improvement project
Webinar analyses impact of Ukraine conflict
Southern Hemisphere exporters face “difficult decisions” on where to divert fruit destined for Russia and Ukraine
Sustainability a major driver at Chiquita
Sustainability is not only vital for the planet, but can also add value and differentiate brands, says Peter Stedman, sustainability director at Chiquita Brands International
Palmar calls for solidarity in Ecuador
Company urges producers and exporters to work together to mitigate losses caused by Ukraine conflict
Fruitbox 77 - The fallout from Ukraine
Fruitnet's Chris White speaks to three members of the global fresh produce business about the war's impact
Tomra relocates fresh food business
Move to Field Research Centre will accelerate the development of post-harvest solutions
Russian imports must reroute after old lines are cut
With shipping services and financial mechanisms out of action, suppliers must rethink their options, says market agent
Perfection Fresh announces new investment
Consortium of Equilibrium Capital, Temasek, and PSP Investments secures stake in Australian fresh produce company
EU green efforts put banana supply in doubt
EFSA could impose tougher limits on residues of a pesticide called macozeb, widely used to tackle fungal disease
Afruibana concern at impact of Ukraine war
A statement from the African banana association shows the widespread concern regarding the effect of the conflict
Ecuador bananas sector sets out cost of Ukraine war
Acorbanec warns that thousands of jobs are under threat from the conflict between Russia and Ukraine
Del Monte France offers home compostable labels
Fresh produce group places plastic-free and home compostable stickers on all of its bananas sold in France.
SanLucar launches premium banana concept
Tests show vanWylick’s advanced ripening system can deliver bananas with an improved taste and longer shelf-life
Equal Exchange celebrates Banana Month campaign
The annual campaign educates consumers on its unique business model which “prioritises people over profit”
Ukraine conflict casts shadow over trade
Suppliers and retailers are already feeling the effect of economic sanctions and logistical disruptions
Indonesian partnership for DiMuto
Sewu Segar Nusantara partners with DiMuto to enhance supply chain visibility including for its Sunpride brand
