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{{Infobox company
| name            = FRUTANA S.A.
| logo            = File:FRUTANA S.A..jpeg
| type            = Private
| industry        = Agribusiness
| founded         = 2018
| founder         = Salah Nasraoui
| hq_location_city= Guayaquil
| hq_location_country = Ecuador
| area_served     = Latin America; North America; Europe; Middle East {{citation needed|date=September 2025}}
| products        = Bananas; baby bananas; organic bananas; pineapples (MD2); avocados; apples {{citation needed|date=September 2025}}
| brands          = FRUTANOVA; FRUTANA JOY; FRUTALUXE; SINDIBAD {{citation needed|date=September 2025}}
| num_locations   = Commercial offices in United States, France, Dubai and Panama 
| website         = {{URL|https://frutana-sa.com/en/}} <!-- replace with official site -->
}}

FRUTANA® S.A. is an Ecuadorian multinational company specializing in the export of tropical fruits, particularly bananas, pineapples, and avocados. Founded in 2018 in Guayaquil, Ecuador, the company has expanded its operations throughout Latin America and established commercial offices in the United States, France, Dubai, and Panama. FRUTANA is recognized for its focus on sustainable agriculture, ethical labor practices, and traceable supply chains.

==History==

FRUTANA S.A. was established in 2018 in Guayaquil, Ecuador. Initially, the company operated as a banana exporter but quickly expanded its product line to include baby bananas, organic bananas, pineapples (MD2 variety), avocados, and apples.

By developing direct partnerships with both producers and international clients, FRUTANA strengthened its position in global markets. Within a few years, the company extended its presence across Latin America and into the Middle East, emerging as one of Ecuador’s notable exporters in the fruit industry.

The company’s international growth has been supported by obtaining certifications related to quality, sustainability, and food safety. FRUTANA also created a portfolio of proprietary brands, including FRUTANOVA, FRUTANA JOY, FRUTALUXE, and SINDIBAD, which are marketed in different regions according to consumer preferences.

==Operations==

FRUTANA’s operations span several countries in Latin America, focusing on cultivation, packaging, and export logistics. Its commercial offices in the United States, France, Dubai, and Panama serve as distribution and sales hubs to reach key markets in North America, Europe, and the Middle East.

The company exports mainly bananas, pineapples, and avocados, but its portfolio also includes specialty fruits tailored to specific international demand.

==Sustainability and Practices==

FRUTANA emphasizes sustainable agricultural practices, including soil conservation, efficient water use, and integrated pest management. The company promotes ethical labor conditions by working directly with farming communities and adhering to international labor standards.

A core part of FRUTANA’s business model is supply chain traceability, ensuring transparency from production to export. This model helps the company meet the requirements of international buyers and certifications while maintaining product quality and food safety.

==Brands==

FRUTANA markets its products under several proprietary brands:

FRUTANOVA

FRUTANA JOY

FRUTALUXE

SINDIBAD

These brands target different segments of the international fruit market, from premium consumers to large-scale retailers.

==See also==

Agriculture in Ecuador

Banana production in Ecuador