The global food situation has as much to do with population size as any other factor, indicating how food has become an important determinant of its own demand.

Sheltering farmers from reliable information that will help them make wise decisions is as counter to progress in food production as any manmade intervention could be.

The "portrait" may not just illuminate the marketplace in which it operates but also may produce surprises.

Many of the largest food companies have launched numerous studies to examine how concerns for wellness may be shifted to give more attention to reducing calories.

As Wal-Mart expands globally, the implications for the food business become more complex

Food company executives should focus on combining growth and value into a single category where the food industry is king.

It is the value of the brand represented by the name of the company itself that builds relationships and underscores integrity.

Convincing the ‘elites’ that their emphasis on morality in food production is wrong will be extremely difficult in an America where food supply adequacy is overwhelming.

One is tempted to wonder if the food business might have an even broader base of female chief executives.

Perhaps the time will come when the success of a business is gauged not just by its ability to produce excellent products at minimal costs, but also by the way it has built relationships and expanded its revenue base by offering exciting new services.