The challenges of Ecuador's banana industry in phytosanitary matters

Published 2024년 6월 5일

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Ecuador's banana producers and exporters, represented by AGROBAN, are facing several challenges, including the potential outbreak of Fusarium TR4 fungus and the presence of the banana moko bacteria, both of which are significant phytosanitary concerns. Additionally, there is the issue of the Megaselia scalaris fly, detected in bananas exported to Russia, and the mealybug Dysmicoccus texensis, which transmits the Banana Streak Virus. AGROBAN President Leonidas Estrada noted that these issues have led to losses in exports to Chile and Argentina, which account for 5% of total fruit exports. To demonstrate their commitment to Chile's phytosanitary standards, Agrocalidad has allowed a visit from a Chilean agricultural delegation to inspect their practices.

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Today, in the second part of the interview that Portalfruticola.com conducted with the president of the Regional Corporation of Ecuadorian Banana Growers (AGROBAN), Leonidas Estrada, we will focus on the challenges faced by producers and exporters, including phytosanitary issues, and how the South American country is working hard to remain free of the Fusarium TR4 fungus. Currently Agrocalidad, the institution in charge of phytosanitary control in Ecuador, is carrying out a management simulation in the event of a possible outbreak of Fusarium TR4. The objective of the instance is to evaluate actions and procedures for a contingency plan. The AGROBAN president indicated that another of the phytosanitary challenges is in line with the presence of the bacteria Ralstonia solanacearum Race 2, known as “banana moko.” It is a phytopathogen that attacks all varieties of bananas, being one of the most serious phytosanitary problems affecting Musaceae. But the challenges for producers ...

Source: MXfruit