INC Pavilion Shines at Gulfood 2025 Showcasing the Global Nut and Dried Fruit Industry
26 co-exhibitors joined the INC in Dubai for one of the world’s largest food and beverage trade fairs
The INC Pavilion at Gulfood 2025 in Dubai served as a key hub for the global nut and dried fruit industry, featuring 26 co-exhibitors from 10 countries. It offered a dynamic platform for showcasing innovations, fostering collaborations, and strengthening business ties, highlighted by the popular INC Happy Hour networking event. Key trends at Gulfood resonated with the nut and dried fruit sector and included a focus on sustainability with eco-friendly packaging and zero-waste initiatives, technological advancements like AI-driven agriculture to optimize crop yields, and the growing demand for plant-based and alternative proteins, where nuts and dried fruits naturally align as nutritious, sustainable choices. Gulfood reaffirmed its status as a major event, shaping the future of the food sector, with the INC playing an integral role in driving growth in the nut and dried fruit industry. [Read more] [View photos]
The INC Executive Committee Meets to Discuss Exciting New Initiatives for 2025 and Beyond
Setting the path for sustainability and industry growth
On February 16, the INC Executive Committee gathered to discuss key initiatives aimed at driving industry growth for 2025 and beyond. The meeting highlighted the launch of the new INC Sustainability Institute, which will promote sustainable practices within the nut and dried fruit sector, with its official unveiling at the INC Congress in May. The committee also reviewed the continuation of the Country Outreach Program and the Multi-Country Dissemination Plan targeting Gen Z in China, India and Latin America. Other highlights included preparations for the upcoming Congress in Mallorca, updates on the NUTPOOL Project, and the Foundation’s financial status. [Read more]
Register for the Exclusive INC Congress!
Save your spot at the premier event for the nut and dried fruit industry!
From May 8-10, Palma de Mallorca will welcome 1,500+ company owners, presidents, and CEOs from top global companies. This flagship event offers a unique opportunity to learn, network, and conduct business with industry leaders from 65 countries. With 1,100+ professionals from 387 companies already registered, don’t miss your chance to be part of this exclusive gathering. [Register now]
Enroll on the On-site Technical Visit
Elevate your congress experience!
Experience the stunning landscapes of southern Portugal and Spain from May 4-7, 2025, with exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of cutting-edge orchards and processing facilities. Explore industry innovations, gain insider knowledge, and connect with top professionals. Key stops include top companies like De Prado Almonds, ISFA, Nuevos Cultivos Agrarios, Calconut, and the Port of Valencia. Dive deep into supply chain insights, hands-on learning, and leave with an official certification. Open to 2025 INC Congress participants and Academia Alumni. Under 35? Enjoy a 25% discount on your Congress registration when you join this visit! [Enroll now]
Get Ready for Action: Join the INC Golf or Tennis Experience!
Start your INC Congress journey with a day of sport, networking, and unforgettable experiences
Kick off the INC Congress with a day of sport, networking, and unforgettable experiences on May 7, 2025! Whether you’re a golf enthusiast or a tennis fan, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Golf at Son Gual Golf Club: Challenge yourself on a beautiful 18-hole championship course, surrounded by stunning landscapes and exciting obstacles. Tennis at the Rafa Nadal Academy: With two unforgettable experiences on offer, you can either join a tennis clinic led by expert coaches, or unwind at the pool, spa, and gym. Either way, you’ll have the chance to explore the academy’s world-class facilities, including the museum. Secure your spot today! [Sign up now]
Apply Now for the INC Sustainability or Innovation Awards
Showcase your initiatives to 1,500+ top industry professionals
These prestigious awards celebrate groundbreaking efforts in two key areas: SUSTAINABILITY: Back to the Planet (Environmental) or Back to the People (Social) categories, and INNOVATION for transformative products and services. Choose the award that best represents your project and showcase your impact on the industry. Submission deadline: March 25, 2025, at 12:00 CET. Don’t miss the chance to stand out in the global spotlight! Whether you’re making a positive impact in sustainability or launching a groundbreaking innovation, this is your opportunity to showcase your work to over 1,500 industry professionals. [Apply now]
Research Supports Eating Pecans as a Heart-Healthy Snack
Consuming pecans instead of usual snacks may lead to better cholesterol levels and diet quality
A recent study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined how substituting common snack foods with pecans affects vascular health, risk factors for cardiometabolic diseases, and diet quality. The study was a 12-week randomized controlled trial involving 138 adults who had at least one criterion for metabolic syndrome and were free of cardiovascular disease. Participants were randomly assigned to one of two groups: the control group, which followed their usual diet, or the intervention group… [Read more]
Study Finds Home-Based Peanut Immunotherapy Effective for Children with High-Threshold Peanut Allergy
The findings point to a convenient, low-cost alternative to total peanut avoidance
A recent study published in the prestigious journal NEJM Evidence found that children with high-threshold peanut allergies who consumed gradually increasing doses of peanut butter over 18 months were able to tolerate significantly larger amounts of peanut protein without allergic reactions. Researchers conducted a randomized controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of peanut oral immunotherapy in children aged 4 to 14 years who could initially tolerate at least half of a peanut before having an allergic reaction. [Read more]
Virus-Like Particle Vaccine Shows Promise for Peanut Allergy Treatment
The findings provide hope for long-term relief from allergic reactions
A recent study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology suggests that a novel virus-like particle vaccine targeting peanut allergy may have the potential to provide a safe and effective alternative to existing treatments. Researchers developed a vaccine using a cucumber mosaic virus-like particle expressing the peanut allergen component Ara h 2. This approach aims to reprogram the immune system to tolerate peanut exposure rather than trigger allergic reactions. The study assessed the vaccine’s tolerogenic properties… [Read more]
Sustainability Updates
The INC’s latest sustainability roundup covers trilogue negotiations on the EU’s proposed Green Claims Directive, a project in Argentina to improve raisin quality through sustainable biocontrol, a project in Spain to develop biomethane using almond hulls, and more. [Read more]
International Trade News
This month, the INC’s trade update includes news about the Trump tariff rollout in the US, proposed EU tariffs on agricultural products from Russia and Belarus, the approval of Brazilian macadamia imports into the US without a phytosanitary certificate, and more. [Read more]
Food Safety Updates
The INC’s latest food safety news includes information about new procedures in the EU for Common Health Entry Documents, as well as updates on plant protection products in Japan and the EU. [Read more]
Labeling Updates
This month, the INC’s labeling update focuses on new labeling requirements for certain food and beverage products sold in Abu Dhabi, UAE, under the Nutri-Mark scheme. [Read more]