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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What has been achieved

Ecuador's reciprocal trade agreement with the United States aims to secure markets for Ecuadorian exports while eliminating non-tariff barriers to U.S. exports, notably impacting various sectors including bananas, flowers, and seafood.

Mar 20 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Banana: properties, benefits, and calories of this fruit

The article discusses the nutritional properties, benefits, and versatility of bananas, highlighting their significant role in the daily diet of people in Spain.

Mar 17 • 23:03 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

Stevia, dates or bananas? Chefs' recommendations for desserts without added sugar

The article discusses the use of stevia as a popular sugar substitute in desserts and offers insights from chefs on how to adapt recipes without added sugar.

Mar 16 • 13:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

With immediate measures due to rains, 'the potential for the spread of Fusarium has been significantly reduced'

Immediate measures have been implemented in Ecuador to control water and soil management in the Fusarium Race 4 zone amidst rainfall, reducing the risk of disease spread.

Mar 16 • 10:40 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

From the field to the shelves: how coffee and bananas ceased to be raw materials to drive the economy of San Isidro, in Manabí

In San Isidro, Ecuador, a program known as Sucre Productivo is helping local entrepreneurs transform raw coffee and banana products into branded goods, promoting economic growth and sustainability.

Mar 13 • 15:03 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Everyone Smells the Scent of Banana.. But There is a 'Genetic' Secret They Don't Know

A new study reveals the genetic mechanism behind the distinctive scent of bananas, linked to specific enzymatic changes during ripening.

Mar 13 • 08:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

How the Healthiness of Bananas Changes

A nutritionist explains the various health benefits of bananas at different stages of ripeness, highlighting the impact of resistant starch on gut health.

Mar 13 • 08:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The Middle East war has soured Nashik's grapes and bananas, farmers suffer

The escalating conflict in the Middle East is adversely affecting farmers in Nashik, India, particularly those growing grapes and bananas due to disrupted international shipping.

Mar 12 • 07:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Sofia Received a Banana Surprise: "Looked Weird"

Sofia Waldell from Sundbyberg, Sweden, discovered an unusually-shaped banana with multiple fruits inside when she bought bananas at her local grocery store.

Mar 9 • 16:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK households asked to stop storing bananas with all their other fruit

The UK is urging households to change their storage habits for bananas to prevent premature spoilage, as over a million bananas are discarded daily due to improper storage.

Mar 8 • 14:21 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Life & Tech

Pancakes with Banana and Caramel

This article provides a quick and easy recipe for pancakes featuring a delicious combination of Nutella, bananas, caramel, chocolate, and peanuts.

Mar 7 • 13:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Local export agroindustry joins as an option for the stranded bananas not reaching Colombia

Stranded Ecuadorian bananas, unable to reach Colombia, will be redirected to local agroindustry and internal consumption.

Mar 6 • 19:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Bananas, Grapes, Pomegranates, and Vegetables... 1000 Containers Rotting in Dubai, Huge Loss for India!

Owing to conflicts in the Middle East, Maharashtra's farmers and exporters face significant financial losses with 800 to 1000 containers stranded at Dubai's Jebel Ali port since February 28.

Mar 6 • 06:22 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

From $9 to only $2: the collapse of bananas in Manabí that seeks to save itself in national markets

Ecuadorian banana producers face a drastic price drop due to new tariffs imposed by Colombia, prompting a strategy to redirect excess production to national markets.

Mar 5 • 13:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

A surprising trick to keep bananas fresh longer

The article discusses ways to extend the freshness of bananas, highlighting their nutritional benefits and common issues with ripeness.

Mar 5 • 13:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Bananas in Cupcakes: 8 Tempting Recipes

The article presents eight enticing recipes for banana cupcakes, highlighting their delightful taste and versatility.

Mar 5 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

A 'shield' gene has been found in the global pandemic affecting bananas

Researchers discovered a previously unknown gene in a wild banana that may help save the popular fruit from Fusarium wilt, a destructive global disease affecting Cavendish bananas.

Mar 4 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Ecuador seeks a solution for bananas, an alternative is to reach other ports and complete the journey to the Middle East by land

Ecuador is exploring alternative routes for banana exports to the Middle East due to conflict disruptions affecting shipping routes.

Mar 3 • 20:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

A baby caí monkey was rescued that was being illegally transported in Retiro: it was hidden in a box of bananas

A baby caí monkey was rescued by the Argentine Federal Police while being illegally transported in a box of bananas in Retiro, Buenos Aires.

Mar 3 • 16:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Learn how to make a banana cake recipe with chocolate and walnuts

This article provides a recipe for moist banana cake, incorporating four ripe bananas, chocolate, and walnuts, perfect for breakfast or dessert.

Mar 2 • 17:40 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Life & Tech

Fried Bread with Nutella and Bananas

This article presents a sweet recipe for fried bread with Nutella and bananas, suitable for breakfast or dinner.

Mar 1 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The Hidden Gene: A New Discovery That May Prevent the Extinction of Bananas

A new genetic discovery could help prevent the extinction of the globally dominant Cavendish banana variety, which is threatened by a disease called Fusarium wilt.

Mar 1 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Potassium Alert: The Food That Provides More Than Banana

Sweet potato is highlighted as a nutritional powerhouse, surpassing bananas in potassium content and offering various health benefits.

Feb 27 • 01:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

To block Ecuadorian banana and orito, Colombia claims that ‘Fusarium’ race 4 is near its border, but the outbreak is ‘contained and on the other side’

Colombia has banned the import of certain Ecuadorian fruits, citing fears of the Fusarium race 4 fungus, a claim that is contested by Ecuador's banana sector.

Feb 26 • 19:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Typical Germany: A Country Explained with Bananas

A column discusses the overwhelming variety of bananas available in Munich supermarkets as a reflection of German values.

Feb 26 • 12:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The United States publishes its new Annex II and includes more products exempt from the 15% surcharge

The U.S. has released its new Annex II, which adds more products to the list exempt from a 15% surcharge, including Ecuadorian exports such as bananas and cocoa.

Feb 23 • 16:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Bananas should not necessarily be put in smoothies – here’s why

Combining bananas with berries in a smoothie may negate some of the health benefits of the berries, according to a study from the University of California.

Feb 22 • 08:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Life & Tech

Banana Cake with Raspberries and White Chocolate

A recipe for a delicious banana cake featuring raspberries and white chocolate, perfect for using overripe bananas.

Feb 21 • 12:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Beware: Who Should Not Eat Bananas

Health organizations warn that certain patients, particularly those with kidney issues or on heart treatments, should avoid consuming bananas due to their high potassium and sugar content.

Feb 19 • 11:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I tried the new Costa menu - and I have one serious issue...'

A reviewer praises the new banana and chocolate muffin from Costa Coffee, declaring it the best they've ever had and suggests starting a petition for it to become a permanent menu item.

Feb 19 • 05:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The food with double the potassium of the banana that protects heart health

A recent study reveals that avocado contains significantly more potassium than bananas and is essential for heart health.

Feb 19 • 01:18 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Lawsuit keeps in suspense the registration of nearly 15,000 unauthorized hectares of bananas

A lawsuit has suspended the registration process for nearly 15,000 unauthorized hectares of banana plantations in Ecuador, following a constitutional challenge against a governmental decree.

Feb 17 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

How to choose bananas? One small detail reveals whether the fruit is sweet or not

The article provides tips on how to select the best bananas in stores, highlighting an often overlooked detail that indicates sweetness.

Feb 16 • 18:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

PHOTOS ⟩ Cucumbers and bananas were about to freeze at the marathon service points, warm sports drinks provided refreshment

The 52nd Tartu Marathon in Estonia faced extreme cold, leading to frozen snacks at service points despite a temperature rise during the race.

Feb 15 • 13:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Peeling, Green, and Dried: How Moscow Decided Whether a Lithuanian Would Get a Banana

In Lithuania, bananas remain the top-selling product, surpassing even staples like milk and butter, reflecting a shift in consumer habits over time.

Feb 15 • 12:14 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Book List Week 8: Tectonics, Acronyms, the Devil, Bananas, and French Castles

This week's book list introduces three new titles and discusses various literary themes.

Feb 13 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

"Go eat bananas," Balotelli insulted on the field: "I didn't expect this here, enough now"

Mario Balotelli, the Al-Ittifaq striker, reported racist abuse he suffered during a match against Dubai City.

Feb 13 • 09:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Gordon Ramsay's 'delicious' pancake recipe is topped with simple ingredient we all have at home

Gordon Ramsay shares a simple yet indulgent pancake recipe topped with caramelised bananas, perfect for Pancake Day.

Feb 11 • 12:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Banana or Date... What is more beneficial to eat on an empty stomach in the morning?

Experts suggest that starting the day with the right food can significantly improve digestion, energy levels, and overall health, highlighting the benefits of fruits like bananas and dates.

Feb 11 • 03:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 'cotton test' of agricultural imports: bananas arrive from Latin America and Africa loaded with pesticides banned in the EU

Spanish farmers are protesting against the EU-Mercosur agreement, claiming that agricultural imports are undermining local production standards due to lax pesticide regulations.

Feb 10 • 23:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Households urged to store bananas in 1 place — not the fruit bowl

A recent report highlights the importance of storing bananas in a specific manner to reduce food waste in UK households.

Feb 10 • 13:57 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Zidarić, who left HRT after 30 years, published a recipe that will help everyone who doesn't want to throw away overripe bananas

Mirna Zidarić, a long-time sports journalist, shares a banana bread recipe on Instagram, encouraging others not to waste overripe bananas.

Feb 7 • 14:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The 13 Tons of Cocaine Among Bananas That Brought Down the 'Anodino' of the UDEF: 'Where Did the Tip-Off Come From?'

Thirteen tons of cocaine were discovered in Algeciras, sparking an investigation into the connection between the police chief and drug trafficking activities.

Feb 6 • 23:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Bag with 78 bananas of dynamite found by workers in the interior of MA

Civil Police is investigating the abandonment of 78 bananas of dynamite discovered by rural workers near MA-014 in Maranhão.

Feb 6 • 12:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Weekend menu for a few euros: take advantage of "Iki" promotions for bananas and chicken - the whole family will thank you for a feast of flavors

The article discusses weekly promotions at "Iki" supermarket, offering discounts on various food items, making it affordable for families to shop for the week.

Feb 5 • 08:06 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Banana Cake: The Easy Dessert to Not Waste Overripe Bananas

The article discusses the popularity of healthy banana cakes as a nutritious dessert alternative that uses overripe bananas and replaces traditional recipes loaded with sugars and refined flours.

Feb 3 • 10:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Bananas are greener in stores now due to winter storms - however, there is no banana shortage

Winter storms in the Atlantic have delayed banana imports, leading to greener bananas in stores without a shortage.

Feb 3 • 10:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Bananas can stay fresh for up to a week if stored with 1 household item

Bananas can remain fresh for up to a week when stored with a specific household item that slows down their deterioration caused by ethylene gas.

Jan 9 • 14:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Dessert of bananas and chocolate with only two ingredients - ready in 10 minutes

A quick dessert made from just two ingredients, ripe bananas and dark chocolate, ready in 10 minutes, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings without elaborate preparation.

Jan 5 • 15:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Doctor says adding three affordable fruits to your diet could help ease joint pain

A doctor suggests that incorporating bananas, apples, and oranges into your diet may alleviate joint pain due to their anti-inflammatory properties.

Dec 29 • 03:33 UTC

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