Opinion

The Hass-Horn: avocado market challenges ahead this U.S. summer

Avocado export Avi Crane discusses the current dynamics of the U.S. avocado market and Peruvian entry.
June 19 , 2012

Opinion: Amazon Camu-camu fruit offers untapped benefits

The Amazon camu-camu fruit is versatile, antioxidant-rich and can be consumed in myriad ways.
June 08 , 2012

Tech talk: bright device picks up GM fruit contaminates

A new portable method of detecting GM-contaminated DNA in fruit could help farmers in the field.
June 05 , 2012

The Packaging Pitch: most QR code users forget marketing 101

Packaging expert Lisa Cork looks at why the innovative QR code technology has been misused by so many.
June 01 , 2012

Opinion: biosecurity cuts could be costly

New Zealand's fruit fly free status is at risk with airport security cuts, claims HortNZ president Andrew Fenton.
May 30 , 2012

Opinion: clearing up doubts about agricultural degree opportunities

PMA president Bryan Silberman explains why an agricultural degree is an important step for a promising career.
May 18 , 2012

Opinion: Take out 'commodity' and give your produce an edge

U.S. brand expert Bev Oster talks about how to avoid falling into the fresh fruit commodity trap.
May 11 , 2012

Opinion: mixed health messages and fresh produce opportunities

BerryBroad Juanita Gaglio talks misleading health claims and the EU's Food Information Transparency Initiative.
May 08 , 2012

Opinion: New markets are essential for SA's future export rise

South Africa must develop new import destinations for its increasing plum, peach and nectarine yields.
April 27 , 2012

Opinion: Why growers should call the pricing shots

Don Goodwin says growers should ask sellers tougher questions to ensure better prices.
April 23 , 2012