What Hormones Do Bananas Produce? A Deeper Look at Fruit Ripening
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Over 100 billion bananas are consumed annually, making them one of the most popular fruits worldwide. Part of what makes them so universally appealing is their ability to ripen evenly after harvest, a process controlled by the hormones bananas produce, such as the gaseous phytohormone ethylene. This article explores the various hormones within bananas and their specific functions, from development to ripening.
