Tropical fruit prices to rise as wars, El Niño hit production

A major fruit industry executive warns that tropical fruit production is under pressure from extreme weather and geopolitical disruptions, leading to higher costs and reduced supply. The sector expects 2027 to be the most difficult year in decades, with fewer bananas sold at higher prices. The claim is based on a single industry source, so the magnitude of the impact remains uncertain.

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