CPM-19 approves the development of International Standard on Phytosanitary Measures for Humanitarian Aid

Posted on Thu, 20 Mar 2025, 15:53

Rome, 20 March 2025 – In a significant move to protect global plant health during humanitarian crises, the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-19) has approved the draft specification for a new International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) titled "Safe Provision …

Research and innovation drive new approaches to address Fusarium TR4 spread

Posted on Thu, 20 Mar 2025, 14:29

19 March 2025, Rome.Innovation and technology were at the forefront of the knowledge-sharing session on Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. cubense Tropical Race 4 (TR4) held at the sidelines of the Nineteenth Session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-19).

The …

Out now: New report on Investing in trade digitalization: the case of ePhyto

Posted on Wed, 19 Mar 2025, 15:58

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) have released a report titled Investing in trade digitalization: the case of ePhyto.

The report highlights the benefits of transitioning …

BREAKING NEWS: Major advancement in Plant Health Education with the launch of the IPPC Plant Health Campus

Posted on Wed, 19 Mar 2025, 13:25

Rome, Italy – 19 March 2025 – A significant milestone in global plant health capacity development was achieved with the launch of the IPPC Plant Health Campus, during the 19th Session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-19). Held …

CPM-19 adopts key Phytosanitary Standards to strengthen global plant health and trade

Posted on Wed, 19 Mar 2025, 09:06

Rome, 19 March 2025. As one of its core functions, the 19th session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-19) adopted crucial International Standards for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPMs) to strengthen global plant health and safe trade. Held …

IPPC highlights progress in key priority areas on plant health

Posted on Wed, 19 Mar 2025, 09:05

19 March 2025, Rome. As the Nineteenth Session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-19) goes underway, major progress was noted on key work areas of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). The IPPC had set eight development agenda …

Support from the United Kingdom enables FAO to scale up pest monitoring and improve food security in Africa

Posted on Tue, 18 Mar 2025, 07:42

Rome, 18 March 2025 - The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) welcomed a contribution of nearly USD 1.2 million (£ 950 000) from the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, which will support the …

Orientation session for national plant protection organizations sets the stage for CPM-19

Posted on Tue, 18 Mar 2025, 07:24

17 March 2025, Rome. To strengthen the implementation of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) and foster the adoption of standards to harmonize phytosanitary measures against plant pests, countries must be able to effectively participate in the Commission on …

FAO Director-General calls for investments on plant health to ensure global food security

Posted on Mon, 17 Mar 2025, 13:16

PRESS RELEASE. 17 March 2025, Rome. The plant health community gathers this week at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) to take stock of the global state of plant health. Healthy plants are …

Download the APP for CPM-19

Posted on Mon, 17 Mar 2025, 11:09

Rome, 17 March 2025 -The International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) in collaboration with the IT department of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), has built a mobile application (app) that will simplify delegates’ experience at the …

Building Phytosanitary Excellence: Phytosanitary Capacity Evaluation (PCE) e-learning course and newly certified PCE facilitators strengthen global plant health

Posted on Sun, 16 Mar 2025, 11:11

Plant health is critical to global food security, enabling safe trade that drives strong economies. Achieving this depends on robust phytosanitary systems that protect crops and meet international plant health standards. This is where Phytosanitary Capacity Evaluation (PCE) plays a …

Three adopted IPPC Diagnostic Protocols have been posted

Posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2025, 12:39

The IPPC Secretariat is pleased to announce that three new Diagnostic Protocols (DPs), adopted by the Standards Committee (SC) on behalf of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM), have been posted on the dedicated webpage for adopted ISPMs here. …

Now available: Report of the January and February 2025 Technical Panel on Commodity Standards virtual meetings

Posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2025, 14:36

The IPPC Secretariat informs the plant health community that the report of the Technical Panel on Commodity Standards (TPCS) meetings held virtually in January and February 2025 are now available and can be accessed here.

Find more information about …

Now Available: CPM-19 Trello Board for RPPOs & NPPOs

Posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2025, 09:56

The IPPC Secretariat is pleased to inform the plant health community that the CPM-19 Trello Board is now available for RPPOs, NPPOs, and partners.

The board contains key messages, visual assets, and videos to support communication and outreach efforts for …