EFSA: MRLs Review

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published the Reasoned Opinion on the Review of the existing maximum residue levels for cycloxydim, acequinocyl, fluxapyroxad and abamectin.

EFSA: Fosetyl/Phosphonic Acid, MRLs Review

The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has published the Reasoned Opinion on the Modification of the existing maximum residue levels for fosetyl/phosphonic acid in various crops.

China: MRLs Update

The separate customs territory of Taiwan, Penghu, Kinmen and Matsu notified the World Trade Organization of the Draft of Standards for Pesticide Residue Limits in Foods.

Walnuts May Help Prevent Cognitive Decline

The Walnuts and Healthy Aging study is a 2-center (Barcelona, Spain and Loma Linda, California) study examining the cognitive effects of a 2-year walnut intervention in elderly.

Samurai Wasp vs. Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

The INC organized the seminar STINK BUGS: A Potential Threat for Turkish and Mediterranean Countries Agriculture in Istanbul, Turkey, at the Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel, from January 28-29, 2020, in partnership with Ferrero Farming Values and with the support of Ondokuz Mayıs University.

Samurai Wasp vs. Brown Marmorated Stink Bug

The INC organized the seminar STINK BUGS: A Potential Threat for Turkish and Mediterranean Countries Agriculture in Istanbul, Turkey, at the Conrad Istanbul Bosphorus Hotel, from January 28-29, 2020, in partnership with Ferrero Farming Values and with the support of Ondokuz Mayıs University.

Safety and Efficacy of Using Nuts to Improve Bowel Health in Hemodialysis Patients.

Objective: Constipation is common in patients with end-stage kidney disease. Nondrug strategies to manage constipation are challenging because of dietary potassium, phosphate, and fluid restrictions. Nuts are a high-fiber food but are excluded from the diet because of the high potassium and phosphate content. The aim of this study was to examine the safety and […]

Nuts.

Nuts are fruits composed of two parts: an inedible hard shell and an edible seed. Nuts are known as an energy-dense and nutrient-rich food source. In general, nuts are recognized as a good source of fat, fiber, and protein. Nuts are extremely beneficial parts of any diet since their consumption may lower risk for some […]