PARTNER SPECIAL: The science secrets behind the humble banana with Fyffes

from A Slice of Bread and Butter · host The Bread and Butter Thing

Ever wondered why a banana curves? Or how long it takes for a pineapple to mature before its voyage to the UK? Join Mark and Justin as they get geeky about tropical fruit with Sophie and Shania from Fyffes. Enjoy a glimpse behind the scenes of Europe's largest banana importer with a few weird and wonderful science secrets revealed along the way. The 7000km journey the banana goes on to reach your fruit bowl is far more fascinating than most of us realise! Have a listen and stock up on some fruity facts.

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