Opinion: fast-growing Indian horticulture adds value, alleviates poverty

An Indian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI) expert looks at the important role of horticulture in development.

July 25 , 2014

Opinion: it's the season to catch Hatch chile fever

Karen Caplan looks at the fanaticism that surrounds Hatch chiles, and the labeling laws in place to protect them.

July 11 , 2014

Opinion: it's time to drop the charges against Andy Hall in Thailand

It is unconscionable that an academic researcher could face jail time for an audit conducted in a Thai fruit factory.

July 07 , 2014

The Hass Horn: U.S. avocado supply outlook – third quarter 2014

Avi Crane discusses an upcoming avocado season that he expects will put Peru in the top three suppliers to the U.S.

July 01 , 2014

Opinion: blueberry varietal change in Argentina and the effect on early markets

Argentinian Blueberry Committee (ABC) manager Ines Pelaez discusses a recent farm visit to Agroberries SA.

June 27 , 2014

Opinion: assessing Joyvio's big blueberry bet

China's soil quality may not be the best, but that hasn't stopped investors from clamoring to grow blueberries.

June 20 , 2014

Opinion: what consumers can expect after the QR code

Negative experiences have turned many shoppers off QR codes, so what's next?

June 19 , 2014

Opinion: to brand or not to brand?

Bev Oster talks about how more branding has emerged in the produce industry and why.

June 16 , 2014

Opinion: what happened to the Guacapocalypse?

While the "Guacapocalyspe" has not happened, prices look set to surge if Mexico doesn't lift volumes significantly by Labor Day.

June 10 , 2014

Opinion: what tax reform means for Chilean agribusiness

Tax reform is the hottest political topic in Chile right now. Tomas Vio explains what it will mean for growers.

June 09 , 2014