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.
Ukraine: Health Claims
The Ministry of Health of Ukraine notified the World Trade Organization of the Draft Order "On Approval of the Requirements for nutrition and health claims made on food products".
China: Contaminants in Food
The National Health Commission of the People's Republic of China notified the World Trade Organization of the amendment of the standard for the Maximum Levels of some contaminants in foods.
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.
Meet the INC Webinar Chairs
Starting June 1, 2020, the INC will begin a series of webinars, led by a panel of experts, to talk about the latest updates within the sector, present the next crop forecasts and discuss the state of the industry. Read more about the chairs for each webinar below!
China: Export Tax Rebate Rates
On March 17, 2020, China announced an increase in the export Tax Rebate Rate for certain products, from 6% to 9% and from 9% to 13%, depending on the goods.
Canada: MRLs Update
Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency has announced the adoption of the MRL for tetraniliprole.