INC Leadership Attends Global Events
This autumn, INC leadership participated in two major international industry events: the 14th VINACAS Golden Cashew Rendezvous in Hanoi and Portugal Nuts in Lisbon. Their presence underscored the INC’s ongoing commitment to foster collaboration and knowledge exchange on industry trends and data across the global nut and dried fruit sector. By engaging in discussions on innovation, sustainability, and industry trends, the INC continues to drive sector-wide progress. [Read more]
INC Sustainability Certification Officially Launches: First Standards Now Available!
The INC has launched the Sustainability Certification, the first program designed exclusively for the global nut and dried fruit sector. Promoting sustainable practices across the entire supply chain, it helps companies strengthen their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance while standing out globally. Selected Standards are now available for growers, processors & manufacturers, and global trade specialists. We encourage INC members to visit the INC Sustainability website for more information on how to become certified. [Get Certified]
NUTS 2025: World’s Top Health Researchers Gather at INC Headquarters
The world’s leading nutrition researchers gathered at INC headquarters for NUTS 2025, a landmark meeting advancing the science of nuts and dried fruits. Bringing together 28 top researchers from around the globe, the meeting reviewed the latest scientific evidence and set priorities for future research on the health benefits of nuts and dried fruits. Key topics included the positive effects of nut and dried fruit consumption on metabolic and cardiovascular health, fertility, bone strength, and brain function. [Read more]
INC Pavilion at Anuga 2025: The Global Hub for Nuts and Dried Fruits
From October 8-10, the INC Pavilion took center stage at Anuga 2025 in Cologne, bringing together the global nut and dried fruit industry. The Pavilion provided INC Co-exhibitors premier platform to showcase their products, engage with international buyers, and cultivate valuable business relationships. The Pavilion provided a vibrant space that highlighted industry innovation, fostered collaboration, and promoted global growth, allowing visitors to network and conduct business in a professional and dynamic environment. [Read more]
INC Tariff Report & Updates
This month, the INC’s tariff roundup highlights two major developments in US trade policy: President Donald Trump’s announcement of a reduction in tariffs on Chinese goods and an increase in tariffs on imports from Canada. In parallel, China has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into pecans imported from the US and Mexico.[Read more]
INC Joins High-Level EU Talks on Sustainability, Food Safety, and Trade Risks
On October 1, the INC attended a meeting in Brussels, Belgium, with officials from the European Commission’s DG AGRI, DG SANTE and DG ENV. Organized by FRUCOM-CEEREAL, the event convened around 90 participants from 16 countries representing the nut, dried fruit, and breakfast cereal sectors. Key discussions centered on current EU policy priorities and regulatory developments and stressed the need to streamline administrative procedures through regulatory simplification. [Read more]
Nickel ML for Pecans Back Under Review
Recently INC participated in a joint FRUCOM-CEEREAL event in Brussels, with officials from the European Commission’s DG AGRI, DG SANTE and DG ENV. One of the key topics addressed was the maximum level (ML) for nickel in pecans. The current limit, set at 3.5 µg/kg as of July 1, 2025, was established due to limited availability of data. [Read more]
INC Submits Comment to European Commission on Food and Feed Safety Simplification
On October 14, the INC formally submitted its response to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence on the Food and Feed Safety – Simplification Omnibus. The INC called for greater clarity and harmonization in the interpretation of existing provisions governing the handling of non-compliant consignments. The INC urged the Commission to provide unified guidance to ensure consistent application of the Official Controls Regulation across Member States. [Read more]
INC Participates in 56th Session of Codex Committee on Pesticide Residues
The 56th session of the Codex Committee on Pesticide Residues (CCPR56) recently took place in Santiago, Chile. During the meeting, CCPR56 proposed revocations and Codex maximum residue levels (CXLs) for various substances. [Read more]
Sustainability News
The latest sustainability update covers the European Commission’s plan to delay the launch of its anti-deforestation law by another year, citing concerns about the readiness of information-technology systems needed to support its implementation, as well as a new study using X-ray micro-computed tomography to map hazelnut fruit development with unprecedented detail. [Read more]