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Bananas Unpeeled investigates the social and enviromental issues facing banana plantation workers and farmers. In Latin America, banana production takes place on large plantations, where ... See full summary
Bananas Unpeeled investigates the social and enviromental issues facing banana plantation workers and farmers. In Latin America, banana production takes place on large plantations, where harsh working conditions and enviromental damage are the norm. Five companies control over 80% of world trade. However in the Caribbean banana farmers are been squeezed out of the market by a war in the World Trade Organisation led by the multinational companies. Meanwhile positive alternatives are emerging with Fairtrade.

Credited cast:
Mark Thomas Mark Thomas - Himself (voice)
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