IPCSTAT

IPCSTAT (International Plant Protection Convention Standard for Statistical Analysis of Trade in Plants and Plant Products) is a statistical methodology for monitoring and analyzing international trade in plants and plant products. It is a part of the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) for facilitating the exchange of plant health information among countries.

The IPCSTAT methodology provides a standardized system for collecting, processing, and analyzing trade data on plant and plant products, including diagnostic protocol information. This involves monitoring trade in commodities that pose a risk to plant health and identifying insects new to a country.

The methodology was developed to facilitate exchange of information between countries regarding plant health, and with growing international trade, there is a need for accurate and comparable data. The standardized data collection system enables countries to compare trade data based on common definitions and categories, which facilitates identification of emerging trends and patterns in trade.

By facilitating the exchange of information and identification of emerging trade patterns, the IPCSTAT system is designed to aid in the early detection of potential plant health risks associated with international trade in plant and plant products. This enables countries to take preventive measures to avoid the introduction and spread of pests and diseases. Overall, the system aims to contribute to the improvement of plant health management policies and to facilitate healthier and safer global trade.