eurofresh
With 2-300 TEUs of exports weekly, Derby Rastoder is among the top-10 Ecuador exporters. “High container rates and high banana prices are affecting our business,” said Matjaz Strukelj, commercial manager […]
Mon 05/12/2022 by Pierre Escodo
eurofresh
The foundation of the largest banana exporter in Ecuador celebrates its 20 years of activity with more than US$40 million invested in health, education, community development and the environment. The […]
Fri 02/12/2022
AEBE
Global exports of bananas fell by 7.5% during the first 10 months of 2022, compared to the previous year, with volumes shipped between January to October 2022 totalling 292.01 m […]
Tue 29/11/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
eurofresh
XIX International Banana Convention 2022 focused on the reactivation and innovation of the banana sector
Wed 23/11/2022 by Pierre Escodo
Eurofresh Distribution
According to the FAO, the global trade in bananas in 2021 was affected by several factors on both the supply and demand sides. If its estimates are accurate, the contraction involved will be among the largest annual drops in global banana shipments ever recorded. Anecdotal evidence suggests organic bananas continue to attract high demand throughout the year, however, as consumers in key import markets, notably in the European Union and United States, displayed a higher propensity to spend on organic produce.
Thu 17/11/2022 by Nadia Venticinque
Fairtrade
To address surging costs, Fairtrade has raised its minimum banana prices by an average 4.5% at the farm level, plus an extra 15% for producers who export their bananas directly. […]
Wed 09/11/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
REYBANPAC
Reybanpac scooped three prizes at the Banana Awards during the 2022 AEBE forum for its export efficiency, diversification and sustainability.
Tue 08/11/2022 by Pierre Escodo
banex
Despite the drop in production of the past weeks, demand for Ecuador bananas remains very strong.
Tue 08/11/2022 by Pierre Escodo
Jcomp/Freepik
A weak yen has led to a reduction in imports of fruits from overseas. It has also put a dampener on the Philippine banana industry’s attempts to boost revenues from […]
Thu 27/10/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Fairtrade/José García
Leading retailers are working with Fairtrade International to ensure that banana plantation workers are paid an acceptable living wage. Following the group’s launch of a so-called ‘base wage’ for bananas […]
Wed 19/10/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Rahan Meristem/Wageningen University
A new variety of Cavendish banana with complete TR4 Panama disease resistance will be commercially available from early 2024. The variety has been developed by Israel-based company Rahan Meristem in […]
Mon 17/10/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
Marlith/Creative Commons
The Philippines has seen its share of Asian banana imports drop from 90% to 60%, according to a report by the FAO, which cites production challenges and increased competition as […]
Sat 08/10/2022 by Richard Wilkinson
