Optimization of irrigation on walnut through the IRRIFRAME water balance model.

In recent years, reduced summer precipitation frequencies related to climate change have raised the probability of water scarcity, even in the Po Valley of Italy, thus requiring an optimization of the irrigation management for walnut cultivation which has become very present in the area. The aim of the present study was to evaluate, during four […]

Labeling Update: March 2025

EU: Türkiye Applies for Protected Designation of Origin for “Aydın Çam Fıstığı” Pine Nuts An application was published on January 31, 2025, in the Official Journal of the European Union for a protected designation of origin for the “Aydın Çam Fıstığı” pine nuts from Türkiye. According to the application, “Aydın Çam Fıstığı” is produced within […]

Food Safety Update: March 2025

EU: Hazelnuts and Pistachios Returned Due to Tenuazonic Acid Two RASFF notifications have been filed in the past two weeks for tenuazonic acid (TEA), an Alternaria toxin, in tree nuts: hazelnuts from Türkiye on February 28 and pistachios from the USA on March 7. In both cases, the indicative level for TEA in tree nuts […]

Latest Trade News and Agreements: March 2025

Trump Announces Sweeping New Tariffs China, the EU, and other countries are expected to retaliate US President Donald Trump announced expansive new tariffs April 2, 2025. A baseline 10% tariff will be applied to all imports into the US, with higher rates being applied to around 60 countries, including 34% for China, 20% for the […]

Sustainability Update: March 2025

EU: Commission Presents Vision for Agriculture and Food In February 2025, the European Commission has presented its “Vision for Agriculture and Food,” a strategic roadmap to secure the future of the agri-food sector in Europe. The vision aims to strengthen the competitiveness and sustainability of farming and food production by 2040, focusing on areas such […]

February 2025 News Brief

INC Pavilion Shines at Gulfood 2025 Showcasing the Global Nut and Dried Fruit Industry 26 co-exhibitors joined the INC in Dubai for one of the world’s largest food and beverage trade fairs The INC Pavilion at Gulfood 2025 in Dubai served as a key hub for the global nut and dried fruit industry, featuring 26 […]

The INC Executive Committee Meets to Discuss Exciting New Initiatives for 2025 and Beyond

Setting the path for sustainability and industry growth On February 16, the INC Executive Committee convened to review the ongoing activities within the INC, strategize future projects, and ensure the organization’s continued growth. The meeting focused on key initiatives for 2025 and beyond, setting the agenda to drive progress within the industry. With all activities […]

Efficacy and Safety of Epicutaneous Immunotherapy in Peanut-Allergic Toddlers: Open-Label Extension to EPITOPE

Background: The pivotal phase 3 EPITOPE trial, a 12-month, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of epicutaneous immunotherapy with the VIASKIN® patch containing 250 μg peanut protein (VP250) previously reported significant treatment response vs placebo in peanut-allergic toddlers aged 1-through-3 years. Objective: To assess interim efficacy and safety of VP250 from the first year of the EPITOPE open-label […]