In August 2025, Cameroon experienced a significant decline in banana exports. According to the Cameroon Banana Association (Assobacam), the country exported 14,639 tons of bananas that month, a decrease of 1,798 tons (10.9%) compared to the 16,437 tons exported in July. This downturn impacted all major players in the banana industry.

Boh Plantations (BPL) saw the most significant reduction, with exports dropping from 1,101 tons in July to 839 tons in August, representing a 24.3% decrease. The Mondoni Banana Development Company (CDBM) followed with a 13.17% decline, exporting a total of 1,463 tons. Haut Penja Plantations (PHP) exported 9,087 tons, also reflecting a 10.9% decrease.

The Cameroon Development Corporation (CDC) experienced the smallest decline, reporting a reduction in exports from 3,443 tons to 3,250 tons, representing a 5.6% drop.

The decline was also notable compared to the previous year. In August 2025, 1,466 tons (9.1%) fewer bananas were exported than in August 2024, when 16,105 tons were shipped. During this period, PHP and BPL experienced the most considerable declines, with decreases of 20.45% (2,337 tons) and 36% (472 tons), respectively. In contrast, both CDC and CDBM reported substantial increases in exports, rising by 43.2% and 32.7%, respectively, compared to August 2024.