Opinion
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The Packaging Pitch: using trends to future proof your business
Packaging expert Lisa Cork talks banking on food trends ahead of an upcoming visit to South America.
April 02 , 2012
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Opinion: Consumer outlook and expectations in Brazil
Zona Sul's Carlos Cury looks at important trends that produce exporters can capitalize on in Brazil.
March 29 , 2012
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Opinion: Taste and texture are still the strongest hooks
Taste and pricing count for more than social and ethical concerns when it comes to buying fruit.
March 27 , 2012
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Opinion: the 'huge potential' for Chilean fruit in India
An FTA could make India "capable of consuming all of Chile's produce", says a leading fruit importer.
March 23 , 2012
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Opinion: Toxic chemicals in U.S. packaging must go
The FDA is to decide by the end of this month whether to ban bisphenol-A from all food packaging.
March 20 , 2012
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Opinion: the importance of mango ripening programs
National Mango Board executive director William Watson makes a case for ready to eat programs.
March 15 , 2012
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Opinion: the need for a better agricultural strategy in Peru
Peruvian Agri Institute director Juan José Gal'Lino discusses national strategy and the mistake of aspirational imitation.
March 12 , 2012
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Opinion: fine tuning refrigerated cargo loading to avoid losses
Taking the right steps for packing fruit for shipment is crucial for export success advises Crowley Maritime.
March 08 , 2012
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Opinion: produce variety drives reduced sales and shrink
Growers, suppliers and retailers need to collaborate to drive up sales with carefully chosen produce.
March 06 , 2012
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The Packaging Pitch: when stickers miss the point
Marketing expert Lisa Cork looks at stickers that fail to educate consumers about product benefits.
March 01 , 2012