Banana news archive – Page 4
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LatAm banana sector slams proposed new price cut by European retailers
Industry says the strategy of downward purchase prices should not be resumed
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Targban says banana business remains stable and predictable
The banana industry faces climatic and market challenges but remains on a level footing, according to Rafał Bury of Polish importer, wholesaler and distributor Targban
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Fyffes joins fight against child malnutrition in Belize
Ministry of Agriculture and Fyffes sign Public Private Partnership to combat childhood malnutrition in communities near the company’s farms
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Jennie Coleman honoured with two female leadership awards
Equifruit president receives RBC Momentum Award and OPMA’s Women’s Produce Network Award celebrating women entrepreneurs
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Groundbreaking Japan voyage for Australian bananas and melons
Bananas and melons grown in Australian state of Queensland showcased in Asian market
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Is the removal of tariffs on dollar bananas a betrayal of West African producers?
Reefer Trends editor Richard Bright explores whether abandoning the import tariff on Latin American bananas would amount to a betrayal of producers in West Africa, as the Afruibana trade body contests
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Boliva and Paraguay suspend banana exports to Argentina
Producers says they have not been paid for months, leaving them in an unsustainable position
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Del Monte reveals banana RPC collaboration
Global produce company will debut the reusable plastic containers in the US, as it strives to decrease the environmental impact of banana packaging
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Banacol owner refutes drug trafficking claims
In a strongly-worded statement, GreenLand Group denies company’s involvement with the illicit trade
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Acorbanec 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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Banana 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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Costa 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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Chiquita 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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Ecuador sets out stall as sustainable banana supplier
Ecuadorean Banana Cluster says commitment to living wage is enshrined in national law
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Climate 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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Dole launches Wish health initiative
Campaign highlights new Disney movie Wish and will run until the end of March next year
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New 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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It’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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Fairtrade 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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Feedback sought on genetically modified banana
Panama disease-resistant, genetically modified variety is being assessed by Food Standards Australia New Zealand