Opinion

Q&A: Impacts of Buenaventura port strike on produce trade

While the port may only represent a small portion of trade, it is vital for growers and exporters in the country's southwest.
June 19 , 2017

Opinion: Breadfruit's post-harvest product potential - Pt. 3

Michael McLaughlin explains how the carbohydrate-rich breadfruit can be cooked in a variety of ways, providing huge benefit to many in developing countries.
June 05 , 2017

Opinion: Value-added boutique trade fairs give the full industry experience

Gustavo Yentzen explains the benefits more intimate trade shows can provide in an industry dominated by colossal-sized events.
June 02 , 2017

The Packaging Pitch: How to find produce branding success in China

Marketing expert Lisa Cork gives some key points to consider when entering the Chinese market, with its very different culture to what many will be used to.
June 01 , 2017

Q&A: London Produce Show preview - Chef Gerry Ludwig talks "veg-centricity"

The corporate consulting chef will be giving the low down on research focused on identifying new U.S. trends and new menu options at the upcoming trade show.
May 30 , 2017

Opinion: Fair Trade mangoes deliver flavor and impact

Fair Trade USA's Gesner Cledo Nozil explains how the program is delivering real benefits to small-holder Haitian mango farmers.
May 26 , 2017

Opinion: How does the UFW still have influence in Sacramento?

In March, the Monterey County Superior Court awarded more than US$1.1 million in penalties and unpaid wages against the UFW.
May 16 , 2017

Opinion: The importance of dehydration in fruit and vegetable processing

"Understanding dehydration can make the difference for your business by increasing your profitability," says OctoFrost's Carmen Popescu.
May 12 , 2017

Opinion: Guaranteed access to biological material crucial for feeding the world

The head of the recently established International Licensing Platform Vegetable argues why the association's system is so effective at providing access to traits.
May 04 , 2017

Opinion: The high price of variety in schools

Beyond Green Sustainable Food Partners president Greg Christian says eliminating variety allows cooks the time to focus on making fabulous food.
April 18 , 2017