New US Dietary Guidelines Emphasize Protein Consumption
Photo credit: realfood.gov On January 7, 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled the latest version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which will apply until 2030. The new guidelines urge people to prioritize protein foods at every meal. Among other sources of protein, the guidelines […]
Almond Supplementation Shown to Improve Cardiovascular Risk Markers in Pregnant Women
According to a recent study published in the Journal of Nutrition, daily almond supplementation, especially at a higher dose, may significantly improve certain cardiovascular risk markers in pregnant women with hypertension and dyslipidemia—conditions associated with increased risk of adverse maternal and fetal outcomes. In this 12-week randomized controlled trial, researchers assessed the effects of almond […]
Peanut Allergies Decline After Publication of Early Introduction Guidelines
A recent study published in Pediatrics suggests that rates of peanut allergy in young children in the United States declined significantly following the publication of guidelines encouraging early peanut consumption in infancy. The study set out to examine changes in peanut allergy incidence following the 2015 publication of a consensus statement backed by nearly a […]
Food Safety Update
Codex Alimentarius: Publication of Revised Code of Practice on Aflatoxin Contamination in Peanuts Codex Alimentarius recently published a revised version of the Code of Practice for the Prevention and Reduction of Aflatoxin Contamination in Peanuts. As background, a Codex electronic working group concluded in 2024 that the Code, first published in 2004, should be revised […]
INC Tariff Report & Updates
EU: Autonomous Duty Suspension Affecting Dried Cranberries The Official Journal of the European Union has published Council Regulation (EU) 2025/2605 of 12 December 2025 amending Regulation (EU) 2021/2278, suspending Common Customs Tariff duties on certain agricultural and industrial products. Among the products assigned a 0% autonomous duty rate are sweetened dried cranberries for the manufacture […]
INC World Nut and Dried Fruit Congress
INC Congress is the largest international gathering of food professionals, suppliers, traders, and buyers dedicated to the nuts and dried fruits business. From May 12-14, 2026, INC Congress in Macao will provide a unique environment for participants to learn, network, and share knowledge and experiences. Stay tuned in for more updates on this congress. For […]
INC Pavilion: Gulfood 2026
INC Pavilion: Gulfood 2026 26-30 Feb, Dubai, UAE Gulfood, the international leading trade fair for flavors, techniques, and food sustainability, will take place January 26-30, 2026. Gulfood will cover all innovations and developments related to tools, services, and equipment. The social features of the event will produce a unique ecosystem that will establish the attending […]