International Grower of the Year Awards

The International Grower of the Year (IGOTY) Awards were launched by AIPH and FCI in 2009. The awards recognise best practice in horticultural production by ornamental production nurseries around the globe.

Not only do the awards champion outstanding achievement in the sector, they offer a unique opportunity to benefit from international networking across ornamentals horticulture industry. Growers, horticultural businesses and industry peers can all get involved by either entering the competition, sponsoring the event or attending the reception and awards ceremony.

Hillier Nurseries

“I’m very proud of the team and I’m delighted that they’ve been recognised. Thank you to the jury and the other finalists. We’ve got a fantastic sector across the world. I’m proud to be part of this amazing industry.”

Adam Dunnett, Production and Amenity Director at Hillier Nurseries – International Grower of the Year 2026

Entry Process Young International Grower of the Year More about IGOTY 2026 Past IGOTY Winners

Contact

T: +44 (0) 1235 776230

E: info@aiph.org

Sponsors and Partners

Host Partner

Headline Sponsor

Category Sponsor (Cut Flowers & Bulbs/YIGOTY)

Category Sponsor (Sustainability)

Support Sponsor

Founding Partner

Flower Sponsor

Media Partner

Awards Categories

The awards comprise four categories. Entrants can submit their company into multiple categories.

Finished Plants and Trees: Growers of plants and trees that are ready for final sale.
Young Plants: Growers of cuttings, plugs, liners, seedlings, etc, which are sold for growing on.
Cut Flowers and Bulbs: Producers of flowers and foliage which are cut for indoor decorative use and bulbs.
Sustainability: All award entrants will be invited to put their business forward for the AIPH Sustainability Award. The award will recognise best practice and innovation in improving sustainability in areas including water use, chemical use, climate change, energy use, transportation, labour management and social standards.
Gold Rose: From among ‘Finished Plants & Trees’, ‘Young Plants’, and ‘Cut Flowers & Bulbs’ categories, only one winner will be crowned the ‘AIPH International Grower of the Year 2026’ and receive the ‘Gold Rose’ – the industry’s most coveted prize.

Previous Gold Rose Winners

2025: La Gaitana Farms, Colombia

2024: Greenwood Plants, UK

2023: Brookdale Treeland Nurseries Ltd, Canada

2022: Metrolina Greenhouses, USA

2020: Anthura BV, The Netherlands

2019: Gediflora, Belgium

2018: Ter Laak Orchids, Netherlands

2017: Flores El Capiro S.A., Colombia

2016: Costa Farms, USA

2014: Schoneveld Nurseries, Netherlands

2013: Sheridan Nurseries, Canada

2012: Sheridan Nurseries, Canada

2011: Bylands, Canada

2010: Hillier Nurseries, UK

2009: Sylva van Hulle, Belgium

Young International Grower of the Year

The Young International Grower of the Year (YIGOTY) Award celebrates young entrepreneurial professionals between the ages of 25 up to 40 years old that are participating in the Pro Manager Mastercourse organised by Jungle Talks.

The Pro Manager Mastercourse is a fortnight programme that includes educational farm tours, meetings and inspirational sessions from lead strategic partners. This programme gives participants ample opportunity to network with horticultural leaders at the CEO level. In addition, participants can develop their vision on the future of horticulture and the role of their own company.

Through this partnership, the participants of the Mastercourse have the chance to pitch their business ideas to the YIGOTY jury at the International Grower of the Year event. Of the three Finalists selected, one will be named Young International Grower of the Year. More about YIGOTY.

Henil Vashi - Young International Grower of the Year 2026

“I’m really thankful for everyone who has helped me throughout my journey to be here. I’m grateful to AIPH and Jungle Talks for this incredible recognition.”

Henil Vashi – Young International Grower of the Year 2026