Bananas are one of the most widely consumed fruits in the world.

Commonly known as the ‘poor man's fruit', Islamic conquerors brought the banana to Palestine. Arab merchants eventually spread this fruit over much of the Middle East and Africa.

The Cavendish variety accounts for 90% of the sales in this category worldwide, and most banana imports into the U.A.E originate from the Philippines.

Market

Bananas are serious business, forming the backbone of any fruit distribution operation in the world.

On a daily basis our dedicated banana ripening rooms are ready to meet the demand of our consumers, ensuring bananas are ripe, ready and in pristine condition for local consumption.

Bananas are supplied for 12 months of the year from the Philippines . The main brands imported into Dubai through FFC are; Chiquita™, Estrella™, Frutia™ and Island Sun™.

Seasons of Supply

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