Determining the Harvest Time
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Cavendish bananas are harvested 11–12 weeks after flowering (depending on growing region and weather conditions).
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Fruits must reach technical maturity: full shape, firm peel, light green veins, with no black spots or signs of physiological ripening.
2. Harvesting in the Field
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Cut the bunch using a sharp knife and handle gently to avoid mechanical scratches.
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Wash and remove latex using a de-latexing solution (water mixed with lime or a mild disinfectant).
3. Preliminary Processing and Packing in the Field
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Cut into hands and sort by size, curvature, and peel appearance.
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Wash and dip in a chlorine solution (100–150 ppm) for disinfection.
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Drain naturally.
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Pack into carton boxes of 9–13 kg, with PE liners or moisture-absorbing bags, and attach traceability labels.
4. Transportation to the Packing Facility
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Use small trucks and avoid direct sunlight.
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Transport time from field to packhouse should not exceed 3 hours.
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Upon arrival, bananas are placed in a cold room at 13–14°C to stabilize temperature before shipment.
5. Quality Inspection Before Export
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Check maturity level, peel condition, weight, color, and remove defective fruits.
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Test for pesticide residues, box moisture, and the general condition of the peel before loading into containers.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR EXPORT-GRADE CAVENDISH BANANAS
| Criteria | Technical Requirements |
|---|---|
| Variety | Cavendish banana (AAA) |
| Harvest age | 11–12 weeks after flowering |
| Fruit length | 18–22 cm (depending on buyer requirements) |
| Fruit diameter | 36–40 mm |
| Hand weight | 1.2–1.5 kg per hand |
| Peel color | Bright green, no black spots, no scratches |
| Shape | Even curvature, full fruit, no deformities |
| Ripeness at export | Stage 1–2 (technical green) |
| Pests & contaminants | No insects, fruit flies, fungi, or mechanical damage |
| Packaging | 13 kg or 18 kg ventilated carton boxes with traceability labels |
| Storage conditions | 13–14°C, 85–90% relative humidity |
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