Exporters will be aware that Phytos and various industry stakeholders have been working constructively with MPI to recommence the export of New Zealand logs to India. The recommencement plan includes three phytosanitary focused work streams including the use of EDN, a systems approach to pest risk mitigation (including the use of phosphine in transit) and treatment on arrival.

MPI have recently updated the Importing Countries Phytosanitary Requirements (ICPR) for India with the following changes:

• Added option for methyl bromide fumigation of logs in vessel holds on arrival, in lieu of treatment prior to export between the period 12 July 2023 – 31 August 2023. Please refer to the below link for more detailed information.  

Forest Products Export Standards - Phytosanitary Requirements of India

This progress represents a first step towards a more sustainable level of trade and builds on the positive intent and collaboration between MPI, Phytos and the industry at large.  

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For more information please get in touch with Matt Hill (021 194 5565).

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