One Banana has been recognized by Walmart under its prestigious TRUST Award. The recognition was presented during the Produce Growth Forum held in Bentonville, Arkansas, and highlights the company's work in delivering fresh, safe, and sustainably grown bananas, while advancing food safety, regenerative agriculture, and customer-focused innovation.
This recognition builds on One Banana's track record. In 2013, the company was named Supplier of the Year by Walmart, and in 2015, it was a finalist for the same award. More recently, the company earned the Giga Gurú distinction in both 2023 and 2024 as part of Walmart's Gigaton Project, which honors suppliers leading in emissions reduction and sustainability innovation.
As one of Walmart's global suppliers, the company stood out among thousands for its consistent performance. The TRUST value reflects Walmart's promise to customers to provide quality they can count on, availability they rely on, and produce that supports the health of people and the planet.
"Being recognized once again by Walmart is a true honor, and a reflection of our commitment to doing things right," said Rob Adams, president of One Banana. "We are proud to be part of the select group of suppliers that, year after year, stand out for their good practices. This recognition validates our main purpose: to create change for the better, one banana at a time."
Walmart commended the company's integrated approach to sustainability, which includes:
- Pollinator Conservation: Through the Bee One for Change initiative, it has established Macro-Sanctuaries that protect and conserve native bee species on its farms, directly supporting pollination and biodiversity as part of a regenerative agriculture model.
- Maximizing Resources and Upcycled Innovation: One Banana enhances the value of its harvest through innovative practices that reduce food waste. At its Natural Ingredients Processing Plant, surplus bananas—sustainably grown on certified plantations—are upcycled into premium food ingredients such as purées and powders. In parallel, the company supplies second-grade fresh bananas—those that fall short of visual appearance standards but remain of excellent quality—to Walmart's operations in Guatemala. Together, these initiatives promote the responsible use of surplus production from certified farms, minimize food waste, and generate new value streams aligned with circular economy principles.
- Healthcare Impact: The company's Human Development Center (HDC) was highlighted for its measurable contributions to community health and well-being, offering medical services, nutrition programs, and early childhood development to rural families.
The company's ability to deliver fresh fruit consistently throughout the year is made possible by its strategically located farms in Guatemala, Ecuador, and Peru.
For more information:
Susana Pérez
One Banana
Tel: (+502) 5554-8774
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https://onebananas.com/