Opinion

The Hass-Horn: October-December U.S. avocado supply outlook

Avi Crane talks about the remarkable rise of avocado consumption and makes forecasts for supplying countries in Q4.
September 26 , 2012

Fruit Fanatic: the quest for the Engkala

Rolf Blancke describes the search for a rare creamy fruit that is being swallowed up by palm oil plantations.
September 24 , 2012

Opinion: Biofortification is an obstacle to food justice

Bob Phelps talks about why access to a diverse diet is a better solution to addressing malnutrition than genetics.
September 12 , 2012

Opinion: the Caribbean's challenge to control Black Sigatoka

Better control of banana disease Black Sigatoka in the Caribbean would foster economic and social stability.
September 10 , 2012

Opinion: blueberries are the Peruvian export star

Federico Beltrán Molina takes an in-depth look at Peru's blueberry potential and competitive threats.
September 04 , 2012

The Packaging Pitch: competing to own low calorie count

Packaging marketing expert Lisa Cork looks at how fresh produce can harness the low calorie pitch.
September 03 , 2012

Opinion: getting it right when changing hands

Don Goodwin urges family-owned fresh produce companies to think strategically when selling their businesses.
August 28 , 2012

Opinion: Innovation key to unlocking Africa’s horticultural potential

Calestous Juma talks about Africa's opportunity to make agriculture a knowledge-based entrepreneurial activity.
August 23 , 2012

Opinion: peeling away hyped-up apple expectations

Weather troubles have fueled hopes for strong apple returns, but could a lack of promotions cut expectations?
August 20 , 2012

Opinion: biological fruit pest controls assist South African exports

Anton Rabe explains how sterile mating is controlling Mediterranean fruit fly populations in South Africa.
August 14 , 2012