Who we are
Phytos was born out of a need to enhance market access and biosecurity measures for wood while reducing the release of methyl bromide into the atmosphere. Formerly known as STIMBR (Stakeholders in Methyl Bromide Reduction), the group was renamed to Phytos in 2023 to more accurately reflect our research, work and commitment to delivering a range of phytosanitary solutions beyond methyl bromide reduction alone.
What we do
Enhanced export market access solutions
Coordinated trade advocacy and communications
Supporting phytosanitary access to new markets
Passionate experts
Enhancing market access
Latest news and updates
Keep up-to-date with all the latest news from Phytos, including industry updates, our research programme and market access solutions.
Phytos welcomes two new Board Members
Phytos would like to welcome both Robert Henare (Ngāti Hine) and Hazel Honour to the Board as new members. Robert was nominated by Nga Pou a Tane for the Phytos Board seat allocated to ‘Maori economic interests’. Robert holds a number of roles involving exporting, timber and trade. Hazel represents ‘forest owners who export’ and is currently Manager, Operations & Investment Analytics at New Forests.
Update to India Forestry ICPR - Fumigation on arrival for logs in ship holds
This email is to advise you that the India forestry ICPR has been updated to reflect new information for methyl bromide fumigation of logs in ship holds on arrival in India, in lieu of treatment prior to export.
Update to India forestry ICPR - Fumigation on arrival for logs in ship holds
The India forestry ICPR has been updated to extend the option for methyl bromide fumigation of logs in ship holds on arrival, in lieu of treatment prior to export between the period 15 September 2023 – 31 October 2023.
Successful Indian delegation visit
With the support of Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) and other industry representatives, Phytos was pleased to host three government officials from India during February. The purpose of the visit was to continue exploring solutions to the recommencement of New Zealand’s wood fibre trade with India.
Our Research Projects
Our research programme is underpinned by robust analysis, sound science and engagement with industry, government agencies and regulators. Research is primarily focussed on EDN, phosphine, joule heating, debarking and methyl bromide recapture.