Banana plantation in Mindanao, the Philippines

Philippines banana industry braces for Middle East impact

2026-03-24T06:20:00+00:00By

Pilipino Banana Growers and Exporters Association says country may lose US$200mn in revenue following loss of key markets

  • Philippines banana industry braces for Middle East impact

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