THE DARK HISTORY AND DOOMED FUTURE OF BANANAS

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Bananas were first domesticated in Southeast Asia over 7,000 years ago.

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Colonial powers exploited banana plantations in Latin America, leading to the term 'banana republics.'

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The most popular banana variety, the Cavendish, is vulnerable to a deadly fungus called Panama disease.

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Climate change is also threatening banana crops, as rising temperatures and changing weather patterns make it harder to grow them.

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Scientists are working on developing new banana varieties that are resistant to disease and climate change.

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Consumers can also help by supporting sustainable and fair trade banana farming practices.

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