COVID-19 Update: July 9, 2020

WHO In a recent media briefing on COVID-19, World Health Organization (WHO)…


EFSA: MRLs Review

To assess the occurrence of fubendiamide residues, EFSA considered the…


China: MRLs Update

As previously notified, the draft amended several pesticide MRLs for different…


Canada: MRLs Update

The PMRL for fenpropathrin in tree nuts (crop group 14-11) is set at 0.15 ppm,…


The Positive Effect of Tree Nuts on Lipid Profile

They performed a systematic review of dose-response clinical trials and…


Snacking Almonds May Help Reduce the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

This is the conclusion of the study “Snacking on Whole Almonds for Six…


UN Agricultural Quality Standards, Online Meeting

Member States reviewed the existing Standard for Prunes; the new standards for…


USA: Pesticide Petitions

As regards nuts and dried fruits, the Agency received a petition to establish a…