USA: Researchers Generate Comprehensive Pistachio Genome Sequence
Researchers from the University of California, Davis have generated the most comprehensive genome sequence of the pistachio ever published. The findings from their study could allow plant breeders to create better and possibly more nutritious pistachio varieties. Moreover, the researchers’ insights on how pistachio nuts develop may enable growers to manage their crops more sustainably. More information
EU: Parliament Votes to Delay Application of Due Diligence and Sustainability Reporting Rules.
On April 3, 2025, the European Parliament voted to postpone the application dates for new EU laws on due diligence and sustainability reporting requirements. The Parliament’s vote comes after the Council approved its negotiating mandate in late March. Member states will have an extra year —until July 26, 2027— to transpose the new due diligence rules into national legislation. The one-year […]
UK: Government Launches National Action Plan on Pesticides
On March 21, 2025, the United Kingdom announced a new National Action Plan on Pesticides. The plan envisages a future of more sustainable pesticide use, while boosting food production in the long term. The plan sets out how all four UK governments will support farmers, growers, and other land managers to voluntarily increase their use […]
UNECE Code of Good Practice: Reducing food loss and ensuring optimum handling of nuts and dried fruits along the value chain
The INC is leading a UNECE working group in charge of developing a Code of Good Practice on reducing food loss and ensuring optimum handling of nuts and dried fruits throughout the value chain. This Code of Good Practice will support Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 12 “Ensure Sustainable Consumption and Production Patterns”, specifically target 12.3 […]