Banana

Variety: Cavendish (often Grand Naine - G9)
Maturity: 40 to 46 (maturity index, indicating green to slightly yellow)
Length: 16 cm to 25 cm (pulp to tip)
Caliber (Thickness): 39 mm to 46 mm
Color: Green (for export), transitioning to yellow upon ripening
Hands: 4, 5, or 6 hands per bunch (sometimes 7)
Weight (per banana): Approximately 140 to 150 grams
Packaging:
- Typically in corrugated cardboard boxes (5-ply bottom, 3-ply top)
- Common box weights: 7 kg, 13 kg, or 18 kg (depending on market)
Storage/Transport Temperature: 13°C (55°F)
Supply Season: Year-round availability