Expert consultation on the development of IPPC Diagnostic Protocols

The IPPC Secretariat invites phytosanitary experts worldwide to participate in an expert consultation on the development of diagnostic protocols for:

1. Avocado sun blotch viroid (2023-026) and

2. High-throughput sequencing identification of pure cultures of phytopathogenic regulated bacteria isolated from plants (2023-009)

This consultation forms a key part of the standard-setting process, supporting the improvement of draft diagnostic protocols at an early stage of development. Members of the plant health community interested in submitting comments are invited to request access to the protocols by contacting [email protected].

Deadline: 12 June 2026

For more information, please visit the International Phytosanitary Portal (IPP) webpage here: https://www.ippc.int/en/core-activities/expert-consultation-draft-diagnostic-protocols/