April 2026 News Brief
Watch our new monthly video series, INC News Recap Trade & Tariff Update USA: Launch of Tariff Refund System The US government is rolling out the system it will use to issue refunds to American importers for the payment of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), which were declared unlawful […]
New Research Supports Early Introduction as Key to Achieving Peanut Tolerance
Younger siblings of children who eat peanuts have an increased risk of peanut sensitization and allergy, but this sensitization can be mitigated by early peanut introduction, according to new research presented at the Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology (AAAAI), held in Philadelphia from February 27 to March 2, 2026. […]
Regular Nut Consumption Linked to Sperm Quality
A recent study published in the journal Andrology found that eating nuts regularly is associated with higher total sperm count and concentration in healthy young men of reproductive age. To evaluate the association between nut consumption and sperm quality parameters, researchers conducted a cross-sectional analysis using data from 222 men between the ages of 18 […]
Almonds May Provide Cognitive and Metabolic Benefits in People With Prediabetes
A recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition suggests that daily almond consumption for six months may enhance cognitive performance while improving metabolic markers in middle-aged adults with prediabetes. Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial to investigate the effects of daily almond consumption on cognitive performance in 60 middle-aged Asian Indians with prediabetes. Participants […]
INC Nuts and Dried Fruit Global Statistical Review 2025 Edition, Available Now!
The Nuts & Dried Fruit Global Statistical Review 2025 Edition is now available exclusively for our members! Click here to download it now! This annual publication offers a decade-in-review of global production, trade, and consumption trends for nuts and dried fruit. Here’s a sneak peek of what you will find inside the publication: Production Growth: […]
November 2025 News Brief
Registration for the INC Congress in Macao Is Now Open! Register Today! Lock in the early-bird rate and get ready for an unforgettable experience The countdown is on for the exclusive INC World Nut & Dried Fruit Congress 2026! From May 12–14, 2026, Macao will be the destination for over 1,200 owners, presidents, and CEOs […]
65th International Seedless Dried Grape Producing Countries Conference
The 65th International Seedless Dried Grape Producing Countries Conference was held in Upington, South Africa, from November 18-21, 2025. Topics covered included the current global supply and demand dynamics, stock levels and production estimates. Delegates from Argentina, Australia, India, Türkiye, and South Africa participated in person, while representatives from Greece, Chile, and the United States […]
INC World Nut & Dried Fruit Congress 2026 to Bring Global Industry Leaders to Macao
The International Nut & Dried Fruit Council (INC) is gearing up to host its prestigious World Nut & Dried Fruit Congress in Macao, drawing more than 1,200 owners, presidents, and CEOs from leading companies across more than 65 countries. The annual event is widely regarded as the sector’s most influential global gathering, offering a platform […]
Higher Nut Intake Linked to Lower CVD and IHD Mortality
A recent study has found that higher intakes of total nuts and tree nuts are associated with significantly lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) and ischemic heart disease (IHD). This prospective cohort study, which was published in the Journal of Nutrition, was designed to examine the links between nut intake and the risk […]
Food Safety Update
EU: Expiry Date of Magnesium Phosphide and Aluminum Phosphide Postponed The European Commission has published Regulation (EU) 2025/2284, postponing the expiry date of the approval of magnesium phosphide releasing phosphine for use in biocidal products of product-type 18, and Regulation (EU) 2025/2279, postponing the expiry date of the approval of aluminum phosphide releasing phosphine for […]