Plantains and cooking bananas

CPC v2.1 Code: 01313

About plantains and cooking bananas

cpc code 01313 covers the production and trade of plantains and cooking bananas, which are a staple food in many parts of the world. These starchy fruits are a crucial component of the agricultural economy, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions where they are widely cultivated. Plantains and cooking bananas serve as an important source of calories, nutrients, and income for farmers and communities across the globe.

Production process

The production of plantains and cooking bananas typically involves cultivating the plants in warm, humid climates. Farmers often use traditional methods such as manual planting, weeding, and harvesting. Depending on the region, some producers may also utilize more modern techniques like irrigation, pest management, and post-harvest processing to improve yields and quality.

Production inputs

The primary inputs required for the production of plantains and cooking bananas include fertile soil, adequate rainfall or irrigation, and labor for planting, tending, and harvesting the crops. Producers may also use agricultural machinery, such as tractors and harvesters, as well as fertilizers and pesticides to enhance plant growth and protect against pests and diseases.

Production outputs

Plantains and cooking bananas produced under cpc code 01313 are primarily consumed as a staple food, either cooked or processed into various dishes. They may also be used as an ingredient in animal feed or as a raw material for the production of 15320 Starches and starch products. The outputs of this industry are often traded internationally, with significant export and import activities involving 03211 Bananas, 03212 Plantains, and related products.

Family tree for plantains and cooking bananas

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0'>0: Agriculture, forestry and fishery products</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01'>01: Products of agriculture, horticulture and market gardening</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/013'>013: Fruits and nuts</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/0131'>0131: Tropical and subtropical fruits</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01313'>01313: Plantains and cooking bananas</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01311'>01311: Avocados</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01312'>01312: Bananas</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01314'>01314: Dates</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01315'>01315: Figs</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01316'>01316: Mangoes, guavas and mangosteens</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01317'>01317: Papayas</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01318'>01318: Pineapples</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/01319'>01319: Other tropical and subtropical fruits, n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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