Ecuadorean banana exports dipped in the first quarter of 2022

Ecuador reiterates calls for fairer banana pricing model

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Industry highlights ongoing sustainability efforts but says cost must be borne by whole supply chain

  • Ecuador reiterates calls for fairer banana pricing model

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