kerryrivera+FollowChiquita Bails on Panama Amid Worker ChaosChiquita’s Panama crew just packed up and left the country, and now the company wants to officially lay off the last of its workers. This all started after a massive strike at their banana farms—think 5,000 out of 6,500 employees let go! The company blames “unjustified abandonment of work,” but workers say it’s about bigger issues like pension reforms. Wild times for Panama’s banana biz! #Chiquita #Panama #BananaStrike #Safety70Share
Keith Bass+FollowBanana Jobs Are Back: Chiquita’s $30M ComebackGrab your coffee—Chiquita is making a $30 million comeback in Panama, bringing 5,000 jobs after a major layoff drama earlier this year. The banana giant is replanting roots in Bocas del Toro, so if you’re in the market for a new gig or just love bananas, this is good news. Big takeaway? Even after strikes and shutdowns, big brands can bounce back and boost local wallets. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Chiquita20Share