This page features information about the Rainforest Alliance's work in bananas and links to all our banana-related content and resources.
We applaud Oxfam’s important efforts to further the protection of human rights in global supply chains.... Continue Reading
This project is promoting best practices in the banana value chain in Guatemala and Ecuador.... Continue Reading
After teaming up for an early implementation pilot of our strengthened certification program, both Finca Esmeralda and the Rainforest Alliance took away learnings that will contribute to a more sustainable banana sector.... Continue Reading
Over the years we’ve worked with most of the world’s biggest companies to improve their banana supply chains, trained farmers in more sustainable growing methods, and built partnerships with local communities, NGOs, and scientists committed to changing the industry.... Continue Reading
View this report for an in-depth look at our Rainforest Alliance banana certification statistics and analysis of how our program developed in 2020.
Due to the unique market characteristics of the sector, banana growers will have an extended period until 31 December 2022 to complete their first audit to the 2020 Rainforest Alliance standard. The document elaborates on the Transition period rules for banana certificate holders and applicability of the requirements related to Sustainability Differential and Sustainability Investments.