Topic outline

This course discusses the phytosanitary capacity evaluation (PCE), a collaborative process that helps countries evaluate their phytosanitary capabilities. The course also describes the PCE methodology and the online PCE system.

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This course is of interest to anyone interested in the PCE process. Specifically, the course targets:

  • NPPO staff directly involved in the PCE process
  • Stakeholders who interact regularly with the NPPO
  • Government staff that collaborate directly with the NPPO
  • Exporter groups
  • Lawyers

  • What constitutes phytosanitary capacity.
  • The need and purpose of a phytosanitary capacity evaluation (PCE).
  • Preparing for a PCE.
  • Carrying out a PCE.
  • Developing a national phytosanitary capacity development strategy.

The course consists of 4 lessons of approximately 25-40 mins duration each:

  • Lesson 1: Introduction to PCE
  • Lesson 2: Preparing for a PCE
  • Lesson 3: Carrying out a PCE
  • Lesson 4: Implementing the outcomes of a PCE

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  • Partners

    International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC) of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations  (FAO)  European Union