Industry Relations

Our Approach

The INC works with governments, global institutions, and industry leaders worldwide to strengthen the nut and dried fruit sector, improve market access, and promote consumption through coordinated global advocacy.

Institutional Engagement

Direct dialogue with governments and global organizations to address trade challenges and support industry growth.

Industry Collaboration

Engage in industry meetings worldwide to represent the nut and dried fruit sector, align priorities, and address shared issues.

Trade and Policy Advocacy

Representing the unified voice of the sector on trade and policy issues affecting nuts and dried fruit.

Global Health Advocacy

Promoting the role of nuts and dried fruit in healthy diets through global initiatives like the World Declaration and the KPMG Modelling study.

Outreach Program

The INC undertakes several outreach visits each year to engage with governments, global organizations such as the FAO, and key retailers and manufacturers to address trade issues, support industry growth, and promote increased consumption of nuts and dried fruit.

Industry Collaboration

The INC participates in a broad range of meetings convened by industry groups and international organizations, offering its expertise, representing the interests of the nut and dried fruit sector, and promoting collaboration on important regulatory and trade matters.

Trade & Policy Statements

Monitoring global trade developments and representing the sector’s voice on key policy issues.

Monitoring and Communication

Tariffs Timeline

A chronological record of major tariff developments affecting the sector. Launched in 2025, it has become a key reference for the industry and one of the most visited pages on the INC website.

Tariff Reports & Updates

Regular updates are shared through the INC newsletter and Nutfruit magazine to ensure members stay informed on the latest tariff developments and policy changes.

Trade & Policy Statements

INC Position Statements

The INC represents the voice of the global nut and dried fruit sector through position statements that advocate for fair trade and open markets.

Global Position Statement on Tariffs

Available for INC members, a global statement was created encouraging governments to remove tariffs on nuts and dried fruits, engage with the industry, prioritize dialogue over retaliation, and advance trade agreements that include agricultural products.

Nuts and Dried Fruit for a Better World

Through these two documents, we advocate for nuts and dried fruits as essential foods for healthier populations, supported by global initiatives and evidence-based research.

World Declaration on Nuts & Dried Fruit

Calls on governments, institutions, and industry leaders to recognize nuts and dried fruits as essential components of healthy diets and to support policies that encourage their greater consumption.

How we use it

• Advocate for nuts and dried fruits in global nutrition discussions
• Support their inclusion in dietary guidelines
• Promote their role in healthy and sustainable diets

Economic Modelling Study

Economic modelling demonstrates that increasing nut consumption to 30 g per day could significantly reduce the burden of chronic diseases and generate substantial healthcare savings of €100,500M.

Why this matters

• Supports evidence-based nutrition policies
• Demonstrates the economic value of healthier diets
• Strengthens advocacy for increased nut consumption

WORLD DECLARATION ON NUTS AND DRIED FRUITS

This global declaration highlights the essential role of nuts and dried fruits in planetary sustainability and global health. Their production supports climate change mitigation, biodiversity conservation, and healthier diets, contributing to resilient food systems and improved well-being for people worldwide.

KPMG Modelling Study

Estimate percent reductions in risk of CVD and cancer based on intake increase.

KPMG is a global professional services firm commissioned by the International Nut and Dried Fruit Council to assess the economic impact of increased nut consumption. Using an evidence-based methodology, KPMG evaluated potential healthcare cost savings and broader economic benefits linked to improved public health outcomes.

KPMG’s analysis consisted of the following steps:

Estimate current per capita consumption vs. target intake (30 g/day).

Estimate percent reductions in risk of CVD and cancer based on intake increase.

Calculate savings in direct, indirect, and informal healthcare costs.

Methodology Overview

Consumption Gap

Current vs. Target Intake

Current per capita nut consumption
Target level: 30 g/day

Risk Reduction Estimates

Health Impact of Increased Intake

Estimated % reduction in CVD risk
Estimated % reduction in cancer risk
Based on scientific literature linking nut intake to disease prevention

Cost Impact Assessment

Healthcare Costs

National annual healthcare expenditures for CVD and cancer
Model estimates potential cost savings from reduced disease incidence

Objectives

GLOBAL ENGAGEMENT WITH GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS

Build on INC relationships with governmental organizations and ministries to leverage collective resources and offer the INC’s expertise

PROMOTING THE INC WORLD DECLARATION ON NUTS AND DRIED FRUITS

Share the World Declaration affirming that greater consumption of nuts and dried fruits will lead to a better world, particularly in the areas of climate, sustainability and global health.

POTENTIAL STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Engage with primary retailers and manufacturers to discuss key challenges within the industry as well as the adaptation of sustainability practices.

POSITIVE BRAND IMPACT AND ENHANCEMENT

Build the global reputation of the INC as the umbrella organization to aid in the sustainable growth of the industry.

Collaboration with International Organizations

The INC will strengthen collaboration with key international organizations, including FAO Europe and Caribbean, USDA, CCCFNA, Codex Alimentarius and UNECE, to influence trade policy, regulatory standards, and food safety frameworks that support industry growth.