Banana Agrarian Association “Fincas de El Oro”
Organic and Fairtrade bananas from small producers in El Oro, Ecuador
Organic and conventional bananas with GlobalG.A.P., exported to the European Union.
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ABOUT US
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A group of farmers from the Province of El Oro constitute an organization to commercialize their production associatively in the fair trade market, take advantage of associativity in economic, social and advocacy matters .
Currently there are 43 producers
Who we are
Bananas from small producers in El Oro for the European market
The Asociación Agraria Bananera Fincas de El Oro brings together small banana producers from the province of El Oro, in southern Ecuador. Together we grow, pack and sell our fruit under international standards, so that each family farm can reach markets that would be hard to access on its own.
Small producers from five cantons of El Oro
Our members' farms are located in Machala, El Guabo, Santa Rosa, Arenillas and Pasaje. They are family farms that decided to commercialize their production associatively, in the fair trade market, to gain economic, social and representation strength. The association coordinates certifications, quality control and the sale of the fruit, while each producer keeps working their own land.
Organic, Fairtrade and conventional bananas
We produce Cavendish bananas in two lines: organic and conventional. Both are grown under GlobalG.A.P. good agricultural practices, implemented individually in each production unit, and are sold under Fairtrade standards in social, environmental and labour matters. GRASP complements this work with its focus on the health, safety and rights of agricultural workers.
Exports to the European Union
Our bananas are exported to the European Union for importers such as AgroFair and Fyffes. Every box is packed according to the product specifications at the end of this page, so that buyers receive a uniform fruit that meets the requirements of the European market.
Social and environmental projects
Selling under fair trade allows us to invest in our communities and our land. We train producers in productive, environmental, organizational and occupational health and safety topics; we promote the inclusion of young people and women in the association; we reduce the water footprint of banana packing with pressurized nozzle systems; we take part in reforestation campaigns such as the Sowing Life program with the Prefecture of El Oro; and we apply environmental due diligence on our farms.
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How to join the association as a new producer
We welcome small banana producers from El Oro with farms of up to 9.9 hectares. These are the documents we ask for:
Organic producers
- Individual organic certificate
- GlobalG.A.P. certificate
- Updated RUC
- Updated registry with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG)
- Farm map with coordinates
Conventional producers
The same requirements, except the organic certificate:
- GlobalG.A.P. certificate
- Updated RUC
- Updated registry with the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAG)
- Farm map with coordinates
If you meet these requirements, write to us through our secure conversation channel and our team will guide you through the process. Start a secure conversation
WE ARE PROUD OF OUR WORK
Producing The Best Organic Bananas
Having the opportunity to give the world such a clean and healthy fruit makes us proud of our daily work on our farms. We take part in projects that seek a better quality of life, with social and environmental programs that involve our members, their families and our communities.
TOWARDS A BETTER WORLD
Current Certifications
Marketing of organic bananas, with fair trade standards in social, environmental and labor matters; developing sustainable projects
Individual GlobalGAP implemented in each production unit to guarantee the innocence of our bananas with good agricultural practices
GRASP focuses on the health, safety, and rights of agricultural workers. It contributes to a fairer and safer working environment in the agri-food sector.
We provide the world with a healthy banana. We work with all the certifications authorized in our country. We have an organic banana supply of 42% of our total volume, which is equivalent to approximately 12,500 boxes per week
Responsible Agriculture, Sustainable Future
Product Specifications
| VARIETY | BANANA CAVENDISH |
|---|---|
| CLASS | “A” PREMIUM FIRST CLASS |
| FINGER SIZE | 18 cm minimum |
| CALIBER | Min. 39 mm - Max. 46 mm |
| CLUSTER | Min 3 toes and Max 7 toes (2 wedges of 3 toes and 1 of 4, or 2 of 4 and 1 of 3 toes per carton are acceptable) |
| AGE OF FRUIT | Min: 10 weeks - Max: 12 weeks |
| TREATMENT | Citric Acid |
| BOXES | 22XU boxes (18.14 Kg Net - 19.45 Kg Net) 960 -1080 boxes in palletized container |
|---|---|
| PLASTIC | EMPTY 38x48x0.8 |
| PACKAGING | 4 lines |
| SANEO | Two saneos per box |
| LABEL | Fairtrade 30 per box |
| CARDBOARD | Unperforated |
| CERTIFICATIONS | GLOBALG.A.P. / FAIRTRADE / ORGANIC NOP-EU |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about our bananas
What types of bananas does Fincas de El Oro export?
We export Cavendish bananas in two lines, organic and conventional, both produced under GlobalG.A.P. good agricultural practices and sold under Fairtrade standards.
Where are the association's farms located?
In the province of El Oro, in southern Ecuador: our members' farms are in the cantons of Machala, El Guabo, Santa Rosa, Arenillas and Pasaje.
Which markets do your bananas go to?
Our bananas are exported to the European Union for importers such as AgroFair and Fyffes.
Who can join Fincas de El Oro?
Small banana producers from El Oro with farms of up to 9.9 hectares. Organic producers need an individual organic certificate, GlobalG.A.P., an updated RUC, an updated MAG registry and a farm map with coordinates; conventional producers need the same documents except the organic certificate.
What social and environmental projects does the association carry out?
We train producers, promote the inclusion of young people and women, reduce the water footprint of banana packing, take part in reforestation campaigns and apply environmental due diligence on our farms.