Panama’s Banana Industry Awakens After Months of Silence
This article is a summary of reporting by Expana. Originally published October 30, 2025.
Field activity and machinery have returned to the banana plantations of Bocas del Toro as part of a phased reactivation program encompassing 5,000 hectares. Supported by an estimated $30 million investment, the first phase focuses on cleaning and rehabilitation before moving into logistics and full production expected to generate 2,000 jobs. Bananas remain Panama's top commodity export, accounting for 17.5% of the nation's total foreign sales in early 2025.
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Plantations in Bocas del Toro have begun rehabilitation efforts as part of a $30 million initiative to restart Panama's top agricultural export.
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