The Gros Michel isn't extinct AFAIK so... yes, there are existing strains. I guess the better question is what does "better" mean to the consumer? Tastes "bett

The Gros Michel isn't extinct AFAIK so... yes, there are existing strains. I guess the better question is what does "better" mean to the consumer? Tastes "better"? Looks "better?" These are subjective traits and consumers are so used to the Cavendish now that if the look, feel and taste isn't similar enough you might have a problem.