Question

Will US consumers be unable to purchase the Cavendish banana at major US grocery chains on December 31, 2029?

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15%

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50%

community: 15%

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Authors:

AABoyles

Opened:

Nov 28, 2019

Closed:

Mar 1, 2025

Scheduled resolution:

Dec 31, 2029

Spot Scoring Time:

Nov 30, 2019

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