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The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) members consist of thousands of growers of flowers and ornamental plants around the world who are together united by one essential goal – promoting the place of plants in people’s lives.
AIPH is responsible for approving the world’s most exceptional horticultural expos creating long lasting green legacies in cities across the globe.
AIPH Blooming Economies & Cities to Inspire The World 2.0. Up-to-date statistics from recent Expos hosted in Asia and Europe.
Learn moreAIPH hosts several conferences, webinars and events such as the International Grower of the Year award throughout the year. Read about these along with the latest news about the association’s activities.
The AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards celebrate the best of the best in ornamental horticulture
Learn moreAIPH’s key aim is to stimulate demand for ornamental trees, plants and flowers worldwide. We are committed to supporting growers in achieving this by protecting and promoting the interests of the industry.
The AIPH’s Global Industry Intelligence Centre (GIIC) is an international hub for industry information and knowledge exchange.
The report contains insights on production and consumption of the floriculture industry in Thailand, imports and exports, and business opportunities
DownloadAIPH Green City activities promote the essential role of plants in creating vibrant urban areas in which people and businesses can thrive.
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.
“It’s a big challenge to step into these shoes and keep improving every day, but we’ve done our homework. It’s a pleasure to be in this industry, it’s fun every day, and you can never grow tired of nature.”
Camilo Bleier, La Gaitana Farms, Colombia – International Grower of the Year 2025
The awards comprise four categories. Entrants can submit their company into multiple categories.
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 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.
“It’s a symbol of hard work, teamwork, and passionate work. This award will inspire the company and the team, it will let them know that everything is possible.”
David Marin, Colombia – Young International Grower of the Year 2025
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