Shine at the INC Congress in Macao, 2026
Be part of the premier gathering of over 1,200 global industry leaders from the nut and dried fruit sector. Sponsoring or exhibiting gives your brand direct access to key decision-makers, maximizes visibility, and positions you as a top player in the market. From May 12–14, 2026, Macao will be the hub where business meets innovation. With renowned speakers, roundtables, and exclusive networking events, this is your chance to generate leads and build lasting partnerships. Only a few sponsorships and booth opportunities remain! Don’t miss your chance to make an impact! [Sponsor and exhibit now]
Visit Us at Anuga: Hall 10.2, Booth D018a
Stop by the INC Pavilion at Anuga, Cologne from October 4-8! Discover opportunities to grow your business, including the new INC Sustainability Certification, which helps companies showcase their commitment to sustainable practices. Plus, don’t miss the INC Cocktail on Sunday, October 5, from 4:00-6:00 pm. [Confirm cocktail attendance]
INC Academia Is Now Open, Enroll Today and Save!
The 2025/2026 edition of INC Academia is now open, offering students the chance to strengthen their expertise in the sector. Take advantage of our 40% early-bird discount available until October 15. Choose from two flexible online programs tailored to your needs, each delivering in-depth knowledge of the nut and dried fruit industry. [Enroll now]
INC Tariff Report & Updates
September was an especially heavy month for tariff-related news, with the INC providing coverage of several key developments, including the EU’s proposalfor a 0% duty on certain US dried fruits and a tariff quota scheme for certain US tree nuts, Trump’s executive order outlining the circumstances under which imports of certain nuts may enjoy tariff exemptions under trade deals with the US,Canada’s removal of a 25% tariff on US peanut butter, and much more.
Sustainability News
This month, the INC’s latest sustainability roundup includes information about the European Commission’s recommendation on voluntary sustainability reporting for small and medium-sized enterprises, an updated proposal to restrict per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) under the EU’s chemicals regulation, expedited disaster assistance for US farmers, and more. [Read more]
Food Safety News
The latest food safety update covers the European Food Safety Authority’s conclusion that fosetyl does not meet the endocrine disruption criteria for humans and non-target organisms, a 30-month extension of the compliance date for the Food Traceability Rule in the US, Malawi’s draft standards on cashew products and peanut butter, and more. [Read more]
Labeling Updates
The latest labeling news includes a draft regulation and an implementing regulation relating to the labeling of organic products in the EU, as well as a public consultation to assess whether the EU’s non-preferential rules of origin —which are used to determine the “nationality” of imports for the purposes of trade and other policies— are still fit for purpose in light of current EU policies. [Read more]
Nut Intake Linked to Better Physical Function and Quality of Life in Older Adults
A recent study published in the Journal of Cachexia, Sarcopenia and Muscle investigated whether eating nuts is related to how well older adults can carry out daily physical tasks and their overall quality of life. This cross-sectional study included data from more than 5,800 adults 60 years or older who participated in the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) between 2003 and 2012. The researchers compared outcomes in people who did not eat nuts, in people whose nut consumption was... [Read more]
Eating a Large Handful of Walnuts Daily May Improve Sleep Quality
New research published in Food & Function explored whether eating walnuts every day could affect levels of melatonin —a hormone that helps regulate sleep— and improve sleep quality. In a randomized crossover trial of 76 healthy young adults, participants ate 40 grams (a large handful) of walnuts with dinner for eight weeks and avoided nuts for another eight weeks, separated by a two-week break. The researchers measured levels of 6-sulfatoxymelatonin (a key biomarker of melatonin production), several sleep quality measures... [Read more]
Nut Consumption Associated With Lower Chronic Kidney Disease Risk
A recent study published in the British Journal of Nutrition looked at how different foods affect the risk of chronic kidney disease, a condition that gradually reduces kidney function. In this meta-analysis of prospective cohort studies, researchers combined data from multiple observational studies that followed people over time to see how diet relates to disease risk. The results showed that nuts may help protect kidney health. Eating about 28 grams (roughly a handful) of nuts per day... [Read more]