date:May 23, 2016
ready-to-eat
In Norway, papayas are gaining popularity amongst consumers. The fruit is widely used in breakfasts and salads, but it is still not as popular as summer fruit. Just like with mangoes and avocados, Norwegian consumers prefer ready-to-eat papayas.
The bulk of the supply comes from Brazil, but some also arrives from Ecuador. Transport by sea is difficult. There are often problems with the ripening or quality issues affecting the taste. Furthermore, it has also proven difficult to ri