With 3,085 tons of bananas exported in June 2026, the Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) records a 12% decline compared to May. This is its lowest shipping volume since the beginning of the year, in a context marked by the end of the dry season, less favorable to banana crop performance.
The Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) experienced a sharp slowdown in its banana activity in June 2026. According to available data, the public company exported only 3,085 tons of bananas during the month, a decrease of 12% compared to May. This level represents the lowest monthly performance recorded by the company since the start of the fiscal year.
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This decline comes after several months of higher volumes, confirming a break in the momentum observed in the first half of the year. The end of the dry season could explain this underperformance. The climatic conditions accompanying the return of rains are generally less favorable to plantation yields, affecting harvests intended for export.
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Beyond the seasonal factor, this decline raises questions about the CDC’s ability to maintain the pace of its shipments in an environment where productivity remains sensitive to climatic hazards. The coming months will be crucial to determine whether this decline is temporary or reflects a more lasting trend.
As a major player in the banana sector in Cameroon, the CDC will need to quickly regain a higher production level to preserve its contribution to the country’s agricultural exports.
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