# Banana crop protection in Piura, Peru

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/banana-crop-protection-in-piura-peru
> Updated: 2026-10-07T00:11:09.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Banana producers in Piura, Peru, have initiated technical training and biosecurity programs to protect crops from pests and diseases.

Initially, efforts focused on sanitary management and early detection through the ‘Prueba de Caja’ (Box Test) methodology. This training, provided by the Regional Government of Piura, aimed to improve the capacity of local farmers to identify phytosanitary issues and implement Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPM).

As the initiative expanded, the focus shifted toward specific mitigation strategies against Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense Race 4 Tropical (Foc R4T). Technical assistance now includes the implementation of strict biosecurity protocols, such as establishing controlled access points, installing footbaths, fencing properties, and disinfecting tools and equipment to prevent the spread of the fungus.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-07: Piura banana producers strengthen biosecurity against Fusarium R4T

Banana producers in Piura, Peru, are adopting new biosecurity protocols, including controlled access and tool disinfection, to protect crops against the Fusarium R4T fungus.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/piura-banana-producers-strengthen-biosecurity-against-fusarium-r4t

### 2026-09-21: Banana producers in Piura reinforce pest and disease controls

Banana producers in Sullana, Peru, participated in technical training to improve early pest detection and integrated disease management for their crops.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/banana-producers-in-piura-reinforce-pest-and-disease-controls

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