Opinion
The Hass Horn: Explaining North America's depressed avocado prices
While volumes have risen and periodic market crashes can occur, Avi Crane believes the existence of avocados is a matter of "Devine intervention".
April 12 , 2016
Q&A: NZ seasonal worker scheme unlocks productivity, upskilling
Pipfruit NZ's Gary Jones challenges global produce industries to treat migratory labor schemes as capability development programs.
April 05 , 2016
The Packaging Pitch: A behind-the-scenes look at branding
Lisa Cork explains the formation of brand frameworks and strategies that most companies lack.
April 04 , 2016
Opinion: Twin challenges for Chile's table grape industry
Chile-based broker Juan Pablo Zhang discusses the country's grape season and how the spread of Lobesia botrana could complicate prospects in China.
April 01 , 2016
Q&A: As the big players move in, what does fair trade actually mean?
Oke USA's Jessica Jones-Hughes looks at the changes at play in the fair trade banana game, and how a new web documentary aims to promote the category.
March 04 , 2016
Fresh Takes: A starring role to boost consumption
The PMA's Krystle Dowling discusses a recent trip to Hollywood to talk with top studio reps about placing more produce in TV and film.
March 03 , 2016
Opinion: Could more commercial crops be irrigated with desalinated water?
Chilean Union Association of Irrigation and Drainage president Luis Gurovich believes the change is possible.
February 29 , 2016
Opinion: Three lessons learned from Fruit Logistica
Robinson Fresh director of sales Gary York provides three take-homes from trade fair Fruit Logistica.
February 26 , 2016
Q&A: SanLucar's multi-faceted approach to raising fruit consumption, standards
Being on the move in new growing regions while maintaining strict quality and social standards does not make for easy business.
February 18 , 2016
Opinion: Got a new kiwifruit? Introduce your brand!
Marketer Bev Oster delves into how produce companies can successfully make consumers aware of new offerings.
February 11 , 2016
