Davao banana industry links farms to Asian markets

Inquirer.net - Sep 29, 2026

PANTUKAN, DAVAO DE ORO, Philippines — Bananas are not only a staple crop in the Davao Region but also a major export earner, with Cavendish and other varieties accounting for nearly half of the region’s export revenues in the fourth quarter of 2025. Banana exports generated $499.42 million during the period, representing 49.22 percent of

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