A Transatlantic Shift On Gene Editing
A new EU framework for plant breeding will narrow the regulatory gap with the U.S., giving fresh produce breeders more room to develop climate-resilient crops and consumer-friendly traits.
The Crop That Made Modern Europe
First domesticated in the Andes, the potato became one of the most consequential crops in European history, helping reduce famine, feeding industrial workers and reshaping the continent’s food security.
How Container Shipping Supports Cold-Chain Resilience
The global container network has become the backbone of perishables logistics, but conventional reefer vessels still offer an important layer of flexibility when disruption hits.
Why a Mango Is Never Just a Mango
As premium food brands gain ground in supermarkets, fresh produce companies need to look beyond price and quality, and invest more seriously in brand value.
How Packaging Innovation Shaped The Great Cola War
The century-long duel between Coke and Pepsi was fought not only in ads and slogans but also in the very containers consumers held.
Why Fresh Produce Is Struggling to Connect with Gen Z
A Cal Poly classroom exercise reveals why younger shoppers are underwhelmed by the produce aisle — and what could help close
The Delicate Economics of Fresh Produce
From perishable crops to retailer price competition, the forces shaping produce prices are more complex than many assume.