Two weeks ago, the first maritime shipment of live ornamental plants from Colombia departed the Port of Santa Marta bound for the United States, marking a historic milestone for the country's nursery sector with the successful customs clearance at destination. This pioneering export operation was led by Antioquia-based company Aldebaran S.A.S., with logistical support from K&M Handling Colombia and Seaboard Marine, and the cooperation of local port authorities.
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Jairo Cadavid, President of Colviveros, emphasized that this export represents a significant advancement for Colombia's foreign trade, opening new opportunities for the ornamental plant industry. "This operation not only strengthens the export logistics chain for live plants but also helps diversify trade routes and expand access to international markets, positioning Colombia as a competitive player in this segment," Cadavid stated.
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The shipment included a carefully selected range of ornamental species cultivated under stringent phytosanitary standards, ensuring quality and compliance with international regulations. This achievement is the result of a collaborative effort among producers, exporters, logistics operators, and regulatory agencies, all working together to boost the internationalization of Colombia's nursery industry.
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With this initiative, Colombia aims to increase maritime exports of live plants, contributing to regional economic growth and creating new opportunities for Colombian nurseries.
For more information:
Jairo Cadavid, President
Colviveros
Email: [email protected]
www.colviveros.org
