| | | | | | | | | | | | | | 🌍 Five Days of Insight, Innovation, and International Collaboration 📅 14–18 September 2025
Registration is now open for the 77th AIPH Annual Congress, taking place in the vibrant city of Ghent. Organised by AIPH with the strong support of our Belgian Host Partner, AVBS, and Congress Sponsor, Biblo. The five-day programme begins with the International Horticultural Expo Conference, followed by the International Horticultural Industry Conference, which will explore key topics such as sustainability in ornamental horticulture, technology and AI. The week also includes professional nursery tours and plenty of time to connect with peers from across the global horticultural community. Delegates will gain insight into upcoming AIPH-approved Expos, engage with thought leaders, and experience Belgium’s world-class ornamental horticulture sector first-hand. | | | | Programme Sun 14 September – Welcome Dinner Mon 15 September – International Horticultural Expo Conference and AIPH General Meeting Tues 16 September – International Horticultural Industry Conference Wed 17 September – Professional Tours Visiting: Guided Tour of Bruges
Thurs 18 September – Professional Tours Visiting:
Tickets Early bird discounts are available until 15 July 2025. Whether you’re attending the full Congress or selected sessions, flexible registration options are available to suit your schedule.
Where to Stay AIPH has secured special delegate rates at the NH Collection Gent, a 5-minute walk from the city’s historic centre. Enjoy four-star comfort with premium amenities and eco-certified hospitality. Special room rates are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis from 13 to 19 September 2025. Booking will be active until 29 August 2025, or until availability is exhausted.
👉 Register Now | | | | | | | | | | AIPH INTERNATIONAL GROWER OF THE YEAR 2026 | | | | | Watch our Secretary General explain why this is your moment to shine on the global stage—and how to get involved. The deadline has been extended to 8th August, giving you more time to put your business in front of a global audience. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | We are now accepting entries for the AIPH World Green City Awards 2026—the only global awards programme dedicated to cities where plants and nature are at the heart of urban life. These prestigious biennial awards honour city-led initiatives that champion sustainability, innovation, and Nature-based Solutions to create healthier, more resilient urban environments. 🏆 Seven Award Category Winners, with One overall Grand Winner 🌍 Global recognition for transformative city greening 🌳 Entry deadline:15 September 2025 Anyone can nominate a city for the AIPH Awards. If you are proud of your city’s achievements, you can—with the support of your city—submit an entry. Open to cities of all sizes worldwide. Previous AIPH World Green City Awards winners include Chengdu, China (2024) and Hyderabad, India (2022), both exemplifying how urban greening can create vibrant, inclusive, and future-focused cities. 👉 Enter now | | | | | | | | AIPH ORNAMENTALS PRODUCTION | | | | | In 2021, AIPH launched its first International Sustainability Survey, capturing global perspectives during a time of uncertainty and change. You can revisit those results here: AIPH International Sustainability Survey 2021. Now, four years on, we’re inviting you to help us take the pulse of the ornamental horticulture industry in 2025. Our updated survey explores how priorities around climate action, biodiversity, sourcing, equity, and education have evolved—and where AIPH can best support progress. 📅 Deadline to respond: Monday, 14 July 📝 Take the survey now: AIPH International Sustainability Survey 2025 The results will inform new insights, appear in FloraCulture International magazine, and be shared at the AIPH 77th Annual Congress in Ghent, Belgium. 💚 Your input matters. Help us grow a more sustainable future.
| | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | NEWS ROUND-UP FROM AIPH MEMBERS | | | | | | |
This month, we spotlight Region 1, where AIPH members are actively influencing policy, supporting digital innovation, and preparing for major industry events. Here’s a round-up of recent news highlights from across this region of our membership.Dansk Gartneri (Denmark) 📊 Danish growers are preparing for new ESG data requirements under EU legislation. Dansk Gartneri is supporting members with practical tools to understand and implement sustainability reporting across their operations. 👉 Read more Kauppapuutarhaliitto Ry (Finland) 🌸 Preparations are in full swing for the Lepaa Horticultural Fair, Finland’s flagship summer showcase for the green industry. The event brings together research, education, and innovation for both professionals and the public. 👉 Explore the event Irish Hardy Nursery Stock Association (Ireland) 🌱 The association has welcomed the creation of Ireland’s Plant Health and Biosecurity Stakeholder Network, recognising it as a positive step toward strengthened policy dialogue and improved on-farm resilience. 👉 Read more LRF Trädgård (Sweden) 🛡️ The Hjälpredan app, used by Swedish plant growers to ensure the safe and accurate use of plant protection products, is now under the management of DataVäxt. The transition secures its future and the app continues to be free for all LRF members. 👉 See the update HTA (UK) 🧩 The HTA is leading calls for urgent UK–EU SPS (Sanitary and Phytosanitary) negotiations, highlighting the need to simplify cross-border plant movement and safeguard horticultural trade. 👉 Watch HTA CEO’s Message 📸 Pictured above: Jennifer Pheasey, Director of Public Affairs at the Horticultural Trades Association (HTA) and Sylvie Mamias, Secretary General of Union Fleurs, in 23 June at the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office in London, attending joint meetings of their respective Domestic Advisory Groups (DAG) and the Civil Society Forum (CSF). | | | | | | | | AIPH INTERNATIONAL HORTICULTURAL EXPOS | | | AIPH’s Global Expos activity | | From site inspections and launch events to jury duties and international promotion, here’s a snapshot of recent activity across the AIPH-approved Expo network by senior delegates and member representatives.
| | | | 💚 Yokohama, Japan: AIPH completed its latest site inspection for GREEN×EXPO 2027, praising the organisers’ sustainability vision and international engagement ahead of the Expo’s opening in March 2027. | | 🙌 Osaka, Japan: During AIPH's Japan visit, the delegates visited the current Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, building connections between major global exhibitions and the ornamental sector. | | | | | | 🎉 Genoa, Italy: At Euroflora 2025, AIPH President Leonardo Capitanio delivered the opening address, with Secretary General Tim Briercliffe on the international jury. The waterfront event impressed with futuristic plant design and green innovation. [Read more →] | | 🌸 Goyang, South Korea: The International Horticulture Goyang Korea 2025 Expo welcomed more than 320,000 visitors between 25 April and 11 May. AIPH supported the event throughout and continues to work with organisers to build on its legacy. [Read more →] | | | | | | 🤝 Lausanne, Switzerland: AIPH Secretary General Tim Briercliffe and Senior International Relations Manager Treve Evans took part in the Major Events International Summit, highlighting the strategic value of AIPH-approved Expos to future host cities. | | ✍️ Goyang, South Korea: On 8 May, organisers of four major horticultural expos in South Korea—Ulsan (2028), Taean (2026), Goyang, and Daegu—signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Goyang to form a national alliance. [Read more →] | | | | | | 💃Valencia, Spain: AIPH has officially approved Iberflora 2025 as an international horticultural trade show. The October event is a cornerstone for Spain’s green industry. [Read more →] | | 💂London, UK: GreenItaly launched at the Italian Embassy, uniting experts to discuss climate-resilient horticulture. The trade show debuts in Parma in October. [Read more →] | | | | | | 🌿 Istanbul, Türkiye: Landscape Istanbul Fair 2025, 8–11 October, continues to advance AIPH standards by promoting sustainable landscaping, trade growth, and green leadership across Europe, Central Asia, the Middle East, and North Africa. [Read more →] | | 🤖 Amsterdam, Netherlands: GreenTech 2025, held from 10–12 June, showcased over 80 sessions covering AI, robotics, vertical farming, crop optimisation and climate adaptation. It drew more than 11,800 visitors from 120 countries. [Read more →] | | | | | | | | | | YOU MAY BE INTERESTED IN THE FOLLOWING... | | | | |
AIPH continues to champion the power of plants worldwide. Here are a few recent reads and resources you won’t want to miss: ❇️ In the latest issue of FloraCulture International growers, breeders, and innovators take centre stage as we explore how technology is reshaping ornamental horticulture—from AI and automation to drones and smart flooring. [Read more →] 👑AIPH paid a visit to the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, connecting with growers and celebrating innovation in ornamental horticulture. [Read more →] 📷 Pictured above: Monty Don, Broadcaster and horticulturist, with his golden retriever, Ned; HRH King Charles III, and Keith Weed, President at the RHS.
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