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Product Name Fresh Bananas
Variety Commonly Cavendish; may also include local varieties such as Lady Finger or Red Bananas
Color Bright yellow when ripe; green when unripe; may develop brown spots as they ripen
Size Typically 6 to 8 inches in length; diameter ranges from 1 to 2 inches
Weight Approximately 120-150 grams per banana (varies by variety and ripeness)
Taste Sweet, creamy, and slightly tangy; flavor intensifies as they ripen
Shelf Life 7-14 days at room temperature; may last up to 2-3 weeks if refrigerated (ripening slows)
Quality Standards Inspected for freshness, uniformity, and absence of defects
Bananas have been grown for more than 7,000 years, making them one of the world's oldest fruits. Southeast Asia is said to be their birthplace, specifically Papua New Guinea, Malaysia, and Indonesia. From then, migration and trade brought bananas to the Middle East, Africa, and India.
Bananas were first mentioned in ancient Indian texts around 500 BCE.
After discovering bananas in India in 327 BCE, Alexander the Great brought them to the West.
In the 15th and 16th centuries, bananas were brought to the Americas and the Caribbean by Portuguese and Spanish explorers.
19th century: Bananas became a worldwide product when commercial banana plantations were established in Central and South America.
India is currently the world's top producer of bananas, which are among the most consumed fruits globally.
