Labeling Update: January 2021
Consumption of Tree Nuts and Peanuts on the Risk of Cancer and Its Mortality
Consumption of Tree Nuts and Peanuts on the Risk of Cancer and Its Mortality

In the journal Advances in Nutrition, a recent study aimed to review and analyze current research on the association between consuming tree nuts and peanuts with the risk of cancer and its mortality.
Plasma Metabolomics from Walnut Consumption and Cardiovascular Health

A newly identified “metabolic signature” can evaluate the individual consumption and metabolic response to walnut consumption and was associated with a reduced risk of future type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease, according to new research in collaboration between Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and two Spanish universities (University Rovira i Virgili and University of Navarra).
COVID-19 Update: January 13, 2021

A new faster-spreading variant of COVID-19 was found in the UK and has been detected in countries like Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, many EU countries, India, Japan, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey and the US, among others. For the time being, there is no evidence that the new strain is more lethal, or that it can cause more severe illness or that vaccines would be less effective against it
2021 International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, Launch Event

The INC was recently invited to participate in the official launch of the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables (IYFV), organized by the United Nations General Assembly and FAO as the lead agency of the Year.
2021 International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, Launch Event

The INC was recently invited to participate in the official launch of the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables (IYFV), organized by the United Nations General Assembly and FAO as the lead agency of the Year.
COVID-19 Update: January 13, 2021

A new faster-spreading variant of COVID-19 was found in the UK and has been detected in countries like Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, many EU countries, India, Japan, South Africa, South Korea, Turkey and the US, among others. For the time being, there is no evidence that the new strain is more lethal, or that it can cause more severe illness or that vaccines would be less effective against it
Latest Trade News and Agreements: January 2021

Read about this month's latest trade news and agreements, featuring the UK's trade deals post-Brexit.
Official Controls Update: January 2021

Learn about control updates for nuts and dried fruits in Chile, China, and India.