The Rise and Fall of the Gros Michel Banana: Uncovering the Truth Behind the Devastating Crop Wipeout
The Gros Michel banana, once the most widely consumed and exported banana variety in the world, was nearly wiped out in the 1950s due to a devastating fungal disease. This catastrophe had a significant impact on the global banana industry, leading to a shift in the production and trade of bananas. In this article, we … Read more