Empacadora Zapotera
The Empacadora Zapotera Organic Bananas farm is located in Mexico. Learn fascinating facts about the country, the people, the climate and the region.
Facts
Quality fruit needs space. The plantation covers more than 32 hectares, 79 acres, or 45 soccer fields. 36 people work at this plantation.
Mexico
Colima
Nested outside the traditional tropical belt, Colima- Michoacán combines perfect natural conditions to grow high quality organic bananas. Colima- Michoacán is the most northern organic banana production area in the world. With a much lower annual rainfall than traditional tropical growing regions, plants grow in a much drier and healthier environment, achieving a more sustainable low–input production system.Climate
Colima- Michoacán has a tropical, savanna climate with consistently high temperatures and dry conditions from November to May followed by rainfall from June to October. Growing organic bananas in dry conditions allows us to eliminate the use of non–biological controls, reaching the highest sustainability standards.
Certifications for this farm
Doing Good For People and Planet
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Our programs continue to empower employees and their communities.
Healthy soil, better farming practices, and a history of agricultural innovation.
Our sustainable practices enhance freshness and reduce footprints.