Proflora kicks off in Colombia

Yesterday, Proflora, a major ornamental horticulture fair in Colombia, opened in Bogotá. During the official opening, Augusto Solano, President of Asocolflores, emphasized that the sector, despite its challenges, is making significant progress in sustainability. "We have learned to work together. We compete as companies and countries, but we also share many common interests. That enables us to overcome obstacles."

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Augusto Solano opens Proflora

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Christopher Kulei and Peter Cheserem from Kenya

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Team Denkers and Interandina. Denkers celebrated their 40th anniversary yesterday!

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Another anniversary! Alexandra Farms celebrates 20 years

This year, the organizers put the spotlight firmly on the buyers as guests of honor. Corferias CEO Andrés López Valderrama was also thanked for his role in making the fair possible. The opening was further enhanced by a musical performance, highlighting the connection between flowers and music.

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Team Floritec with their chrysanthemums and santinis

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Team Tessa with their roses and alstroemerias

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Team De Ruiter Colombia proudly showcases their awards!

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Colombia: where music and flowers come together

On the exhibition floor, the current trends are immediately clear: alongside the ever-present bright colors, blush and subtle tones are particularly catching the eye. The stands are busy, with notably large international buying delegations from the U.S. and the Netherlands. In the corridors, alongside Spanish and English, Dutch is also frequently heard.