China: Labeling Requirements
The National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China notified the World Trade Organization of the National Food Safety Standard: General Principles for the Labeling of Pre-packaged Foods.
USA: Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
On May 21, 2020, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) implemented the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP), which provides assistance to agricultural producers impacted by the effects of the COVID-19 outbreak.
China: Microbiological Limits
The National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China notified the World Trade Organization of two national food safety standards: Pathogenic Microorganism Limits in Pre-packaged Food and Pathogen Limits for Ready-to-eat Food in bulk.
INC Webinar Series Connects Over 1500 Professionals from 75 Countries in the Nut and Dried Fruit Industry
Plant-based protein and new consumption channels are key for the nut and dried fruit industry in the midst of COVID-19.
INC Webinar Series Connects Over 1500 Professionals from 75 Countries in the Nut and Dried Fruit Industry
Plant-based protein and new consumption channels are key for the nut and dried fruit industry in the midst of COVID-19.
Nut Intake Is Associated with Lower Mortality Risk
This article was recently published in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The objective of the study was to assess the association of nuts with mortality and cardiovascular disease (CVD).
INC Webinar Series Connects Over 1500 Professionals from 75 Countries in the Nut and Dried Fruit Industry
From June 1 – June 12, 2020, the INC hosted the first-ever INC Webinar Series. This series virtually brought together experts from around the world to discuss trends, crop forecasts, and the state of the industry for each product under the INC umbrella.
Join Us for the INC Webinar Series on Nuts and Dried Fruits
During this uncertain time in the industry caused by COVID-19, the INC Chairman, Michael Waring, invites you all to participate in the INC Webinar Series that will begin on June 1, 2020. Led by a panel of experts, these working groups will provide insightful debates and discussions on each product and the state of the industry.
COVID-19 Update: June 10, 2020
The remarkable efforts made by countries, companies, and people in order to mitigate the consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic are significant in ensuring a fast, economic recovery.
COVID-19 Update: May 28, 2020
Several countries continue to relax measures to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic due to the fact that the public health situation seems to be gradually improving globally.