🌱 G9 Cavendish Banana – Variety Details

1️  G9 Cavendish Banana (Grand Naine)

✅ Color: Bright green (raw), turns yellow when ripe
✅ Size: 6-9 inches in length
✅ Taste: Naturally sweet with a creamy texture
✅ Shelf Life: Long-lasting, making it ideal for exports
✅ Export Market: Middle East, Europe, Asia, USA

2️  Other Banana Varieties in India

🍌 Robusta: Similar to Cavendish but slightly shorter
🍌 Nendran: Used mainly for chips and processing
🍌 Red Banana: Sweet and nutrient-rich with a reddish peel
🍌 Yelakki Banana: Small, aromatic, and highly sweet

💪 Health Benefits of G9 Cavendish Banana

✔ Rich in Potassium – Helps maintain blood pressure & heart health ❤️
✔ High in Fiber – Supports digestion & gut health 🌿
✔ Energy Booster – Natural carbohydrates for instant energy ⚡
✔ Good for Bone Health – Rich in calcium & magnesium 🦴
✔ Supports Immunity – Loaded with Vitamin C & B6 🛡️
✔ Aids Weight Management – Low in fat & naturally filling 🏋️‍♂️

🧊 Storage & Handling Tips

✅ Pre-Cooling Temperature: 13-14°C before shipment 🚛
✅ Ideal Storage Temperature: 11-13°C to avoid chilling injury ❄️
✅ Humidity: 85-90% to maintain freshness
✅ Ripening Process: Use ethylene gas for uniform ripening
✅ Best Practice: Avoid direct exposure to sunlight and excessive moisture

📦 Packing for Exports

1️ Standard Packing

📦 Carton Boxes: 13kg or 18kg standard weight
📦 Bunch Packing: 4, 5, or 6 hands per box
📦 Cluster Packing: 6-8 fingers per cluster
📦 Retail Packing: Plastic pouches for supermarkets

2️  Protective Measures for Export

🚚 Pre-cooling at 13°C before shipment
📦 Foam net covers & padding to prevent bruising
🌡️ Cold Chain Logistics (13°C) during transit
✅ Phytosanitary Certification required for exports