The Meta Banana Program is the latest agricultural breakthrough at production site and is offered as a valuable resource to Ecuadorian banana growers. The forward-thinking program is based on the concept of ‘ Accurate Agriculture ’, which aims to decrease the production costs, improve quality and produce higher returns for the grower.

Detailed analysis of soil and plant conditions determine optimal nutritional and pest management. ‘ Accurate Agriculture ’ places strong emphasis on beneficial microelements and organisms applied in small amounts, at an economical cost, promoting increased production. Improved nutritional management can boost production levels 30 to 40% over present levels.

The Metabana Program also embraces ethical-social issues, specifically the eradication of child labor on banana plantations, in accordance with the company ’s stringent child labor policy. On the environmental front, priority is given to the recycling of plastic and organic waste e.g. the banana stem, which is being transformed into low-cost organic fertilizer.

‘ Accurate Agriculture ’ is offered to all growers who participate in the Metabana Program. The program is environmentally sensitive, cost effective and designed to increase yields using safe and beneficial cutting-edge methodology.