Global Webinar Showcases Smart Plant Health Innovations to the International Community
Posted on Mon, 26 May 2025, 14:35
Rome, 21 May 2025 – Digital diagnostics, artificial intelligence-driven pest detection, and smart surveillance tools took the spotlight during a global webinar organized by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) Secretariat. Designed to promote innovative plant health solutions to a …
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Spring’s Secret Ally: How the UN Helps Our Gardens Bloom
Posted on Thu, 22 May 2025, 12:59
It’s May, and gardeners worldwide are back in the dirt. But while we’re deciding between cherry tomatoes and cucumbers, there’s something we’re not worrying about: the threat of garden-ruining pests sneaking in from abroad.
That peace of mind doesn’t happen …
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International Day of Plant Health 2025: Celebrating the vital role of plants in One Health
Posted on Tue, 20 May 2025, 08:12
San Salvador, 12 May 2025. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) joined the global community to celebrate the International Day of Plant Health (IDPH) on 12 May, in San …
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Plant health is key to human, animal and environmental health as world celebrates International Day of Plant Health
Posted on Mon, 12 May 2025, 15:30
San Salvador, 12 May 2025. Plant health is the foundation of life and of food security, and is thus at the core of One Health which recognizes the vital interconnection among human, animal and environmental health.
The Food and Agriculture …
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African countries to improve trade systems and capitalize on their agricultural resources
Posted on Wed, 30 Apr 2025, 08:44
Rome, 18 April 2025. Countries in Africa’s south and east are planning major overhauls to their trade and quarantine operations, guarding against the spread of agricultural plant pests and taking advantage of the continent’s vast natural resources, which presents significant …
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Discover the NEW IPPC Plant Health Campus!
Posted on Thu, 03 Apr 2025, 12:36
The IPPC Secretariat is proud to invite all members of the global plant health community to explore the IPPC Plant Health Campus and share it within your networks.
This major step forward in plant health education is now available to …
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Strengthening plant health within One Health: Stakeholders call for greater collaboration
Posted on Thu, 27 Mar 2025, 09:16
20 March 2025, Rome. At the Nineteenth Session of the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-19), scientists, policymakers, researchers, donors and plant health advocates emphasized the need for stronger collaboration to fully integrate plant health into the One Health approach. During …
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Is container shipping costing the Earth?
Posted on Tue, 25 Mar 2025, 09:24
Widespread devastation caused by the ordinary workings of the container industry is literally costing the Earth in terms of environmental and financial losses of billions of dollars across the globe.
Gregory Wolff the outgoing chair of the Sea Containers Focus …
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IPPC contracting parties pledge USD 1.8 million for plant health as CPM-19 session closes
Posted on Fri, 21 Mar 2025, 14:55
Rome, 21 March 2025. The annual gathering of the plant health community closed today on a high note, with pledged contributions of USD 1.8 million to support global efforts to protect plants. Pledges were made by Australia, Canada, New …
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Strengthening global phytosanitary measures: CPM-19 side session advances Systems Approaches
Posted on Fri, 21 Mar 2025, 13:57
Rome, 21 March 2025. At FAO headquarters, the Commission on Phytosanitary Measures (CPM-19) Side Session on the Systems Approach took place, bringing together representatives from National Plant Protection Organizations (NPPOs), policymakers, and industry experts to discuss the principles, practical tools, …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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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 …
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