Opinion


Opinion: Why Kenya needs a world class port
The World Bank's Wolfgang Fengler highlights how better port facilities could help lift Kenya's economy.
April 13 , 2012

Opinion: fair trade produce goes from strength to strength
Fair Trade USA talks up growing demand and valuable projects in Mexico, Colombia, Costa Rica and Peru.
April 10 , 2012

Opinion: Australian supermarket concentration on the verge of crisis
Australia's lack of supermarket competition is hurting farmers and the food supply chain, says Dr Ray Johnson.
April 05 , 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

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