Bananas
Banana is considered as one of the most popular fruits grown in the world. It helps keep fresh and healthy. There are several types of bananas but Cavendish variety is most in demand for exports. So it is now commercially grown at large scale in India for export purpose.
They are a very important fruit crops. It ranks second in respect of area but first production wise. India is the largest banana producer in the world. It accounts for roughly 29% of total global production of the fruit according to APEDA. Main growing states are Tamilnadu, Maharashtra and Gujarat. We, Soventis Group export two most popular types of Indian Bananas – Cavendish and Robusta.
Major Markets for Banana Exports The major export markets of Indian Banana are UAE, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Kuwait, Bahrain and Qatar. Meem Exim is exporting to these countries on regular basis. We now endeavour to increase our reach to Japan, South Korea and some European Markets as well. We have recently expanded our market to include Georgia. We’re very pleased with positive response to our Banana quality and superior taste despite the long transit time. Even a trial shipment was shipped by NRCB to European market recently hoping for positive response!
Banana is available in India round the year. However, arrivals of fruit starts increasing from April and arrivals are at peak during August to October period.
Cavendish Banana - Farm Fresh, Hand Picked!
Do you know? Fresh Cavendish Banana is the most accepted international variety. Indian Banana Grand Naine (G9) is a tall statured plant and a high yielding variety grown for commercial purpose. The plant grows to a height of about 7 feet and bunches can be harvested in about a year time from the date of plantation adopting latest best agricultural practices like Drip Irrigation, Nutrient and Pest Management.
Robusta Banana
Robusta banana is normal statured with black brown blotches on the stem, bunches weigh around 20 kg having 8-10 hands/bunch. The length of the fruit is 15-20 cm and girth is 12 cm with thick fruit skin
It is a semi-tall variety, grown mostly in Tamil Nadu and some parts of Karnataka for table purpose. Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra. It is a high yielding and produces bunch of large size with well-developed fruits. Dark green fruits turn bright yellow upon ripening depending on ripening conditions. Fruit is very sweet with a good aroma. Bunch weighs about 25-30 kg. Requires propping. Fruit has a poor keeping quality leading to a quick breakdown of pulp after ripening, hence not suited for very long distance transportation. It is highly susceptible to Sigatoka leaf spot disease in humid tropics.
Fresh Banana Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
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Type |
Fresh |
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Cultivation Type |
Organic |
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Shelf Life |
1 Week |
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Colour |
Green |
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Taste |
Sweet |
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Features |
Good Taste, Healthy, Nutritious
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Storage |
Cool & Dry Place |
Packaging in
- 7/18/18.5/13 kg per box
Specifications
- Origin : India
- Quantity: Min. 1 FCL of 40FT Refer.
- Available Class : Class A
- Finger Length : 15 to 20 Cm from pulp to tip
7 Kg Banana Specifications:
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
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Product |
Banana (Cavendish Variety G9) |
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Grade |
‘A’ Grade Export Quality |
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Maturity |
40 to 46 (Depends upon age, size and length) |
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Colour |
Green |
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No. of Hands |
2/3/4 Hands
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Length
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16 cm to 25 cm (Pulp to Tip) |
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Net Weight per Box
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7 Kg
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Gross Weight per Box |
7.50 Kg (approximately) |
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Type of Packing |
7 Kg in Premium Boxes |
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Load-ability in 40 fit container |
2860 Boxes |
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Mode Of Stuffing |
Non-Palletized |
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Temperature |
13.5 Degree in Reefer |