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Bananas(Musaspp), including plantains and cooking bananas, are among the most important horticultural crops in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. They are cultivated in areas of about 9 millions hectares spread throughout more than 100 countries, with an annual production of around 89 million metric tons (FAO, 2000). Approximately 90% of the bananas are directed to local consumption. Only 10% of the total production are for export, but these accounts for revenue of approximately 5 billion US dollars annually, benefiting many developing countries (Sharrock & Frison, 1999). Besides providing a staple food for millions of people, bananas have an excellent nutritional value, being one of the most easily |
