Bananas
All the news and market analysis for worldwide Bananas Industry, including Bananas growers, Bananas production, and the import and export of Bananas.
Honduran banana production on the rise
Another 1,000ha of production to be added this year, says national banana association
Asian shift for Philippine bananas amid Middle East disruption
Japan and Korea should provide valuable alternative outlets for Philippine banana exporters as competitors face challenges
Full programme announced for Fresh Produce India
Big names from across the value chain set to speak at India’s premier fresh produce event
Compagnie Fruitière grows share of Cameroon banana export deal
Strong performances from CDBM and CDC offset slight decline at PHP, as Central African nation increases shipments to foreign markets
Mackays Marketing leases Melbourne ripening facility for tropical fruit
The grower-backed business has secured a 17-room facility in Epping to support its core banana and avocado programmes
Higher production fuels export growth for Ecuadorean bananas
Shipments up almost 12 per cent in first two months of 2026 says Acorbanec
Analysis: How celebrity power could reshape Korea’s banana market
Following the casting of IVE member An Yujin in Dole Korea’s latest campaign, Hyojun Kim breaks down what this could mean for the traditionally price-led category
Orsero Group affirms resilience amid inflation and volatility
Italian fresh produce multinational reassures shareholders of ability to withstand significant challenges as Middle East conflict continues
Del Monte deal offers Italian company chance to expand
For the boss of Spreafico, one of Italy’s leading importer-exporters, its new brand partnership means plenty of fresh opportunity
Climate shift sparks surge in tropical fruit production in South Korea
Supermarkets stocking more locally grown fruit including bananas and citrus
Philippines banana industry braces for Middle East impact
Pilipino Banana Growers and Exporters Association says country may lose US$200mn in revenue following loss of key markets
Analysis: China’s fruit trade sees strong growth in 2025
Fruit imports and exports were both up sharply in 2025, according to latest customs data
Chiquita gradually resumes operations in Panama
The multinational is testing banana packing plants as part of reactivation process in Panama
Strong sales growth puts Orsero Group on track to expand
Higher volumes across berries, kiwifruit, citrus and fresh-cut products helped company achieve 8.2 per cent increase in net sales to €1.7bn
Tropic secures US$105mn to scale gene-edited banana production
Company plans to scale production of climate-resilient and non-browning varieties, with commercial launches due in 2027
Farms Digital expands across the Americas
Company announces participation in Acorbat and Abanorte as regional presence grows
Analysis: Costco Korea shifts its decade-long banana pricing strategy
Hyojun Kim breaks down the retailer’s sales structure noting recent changes that could see a bump in price after ten years
Indian fresh produce trade braces for oversupply
While India’s export shipments have been held up by the Middle East conflict, the import trade also faces growing disruption
Exotic sales may benefit from focus on fun
Top-down health messaging is less of a priority for European marketers of exotics, with the focus being on innovation and helping consumers discover the tastes and uses of lesser known fruits
Ecuador and Brazil join forces to tackle banana diseases
Two countries forge alliance to develop bananas resistant to Fusarium and Moko disease
Fyffes Partnership for Good generates female business plans in Costa Rica
Collaboration between Trudi’s banana brand and Care International UK has seen 228 rural women participate in structured training
Speakers announced for Fresh Produce India
Top local and international players to discuss rapid market evolution at India’s premier business event in Mumbai
Banana exporters weigh up options as Mideast war intensifies
With Ecuador in peak season, shippers are in a race to find alternative buyers and routes to market
Strong start to 2026 for Ecuadorean banana exports
Shippers benefit from production problems in Central America and Asia
Indian exports hit by Middle East conflict
Leading shippers report severe disruption to fresh produce exports as air and seafreight services suspended
Spain’s fruit imports surge 5 per cent as bananas lead
Bananas remained the most-imported fruit at 430,560 tonnes, while avocados registered a 17 per cent volume increase
CR banana sector boosts formal employment and economic stability
Banana cultivation generated 41,759 direct jobs and more than 100,000 indirect jobs during 2025
Queensland researchers identify genome associated with STR4 resistance
Five year programme finds Sub Tropical Race 4 resistance associated with chromosome 5 in wild diploid banana Calcutta 4
Tropicals importer targets growth through acquisitions
Omer-Decugis & Cie confirms expansion plan and highlights growth potential from vertical integration and premium product development
Fratelli Orsero launches carnival-themed exotic fruit pack
Italian brand marks Mardi Gras celebrations with limited-edition line, featuring mask kit made from repurposed cardboard fruit trays
Fresh Del Monte reports higher sales but lower net income in 2025
The international fresh produce company posted net sales of US$4.32bn in 2025, driven by higher selling prices and favourable exchange rates
Philippines committed to meeting Australian banana import requirements
Australia to conduct a technical visit to the Philippines in early 2026
Chiquita’s Pop by Nature campaign back for third year
Multinational aims to bring everyday joy to life in collaboration with artist Jiaqi Wang
CR banana sector drives community infrastructure improvements
Investment in active projects to improve road infrastructure and drainage totals US$7mn
Chiquita resumes Panama banana exports via Costa Rica
Company expects full production to resume in second half of 2026, as exports via Port of Moín in Costa Rica get underway
Global experts to gather in Mexico to address key banana challenges
Acorbat/Corbana Banana Congress will address key issues for the sustainability and competitiveness of banana production