New Deadline for 2026 AIPH International Grower of the Year Submissions
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The AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2026 are still open for entries, with the deadline now extended to Aug. 8, 2025. Organized by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), the awards honor best practices in ornamental horticulture and highlight businesses that lead with excellence, innovation, and sustainability.
AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2026 – Categories
Businesses can enter one or more of the following award 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 cut for indoor decorative use, as well as bulbs.
- Sustainability: All award entrants will be invited to submit their business for consideration for the AIPH Sustainability Award. The award will recognize best practice and innovation in improving sustainability in areas including water use, chemical use, climate change, energy use, transportation, labor 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’.
La Gaitana Farms – AIPH International Grower of the Year 2025 Winner
In 2025, La Gaitana Farms of Colombia earned this title for its commitment to high-quality carnation production, sustainable practices, and strong community values.
“This award isn’t just about us — it’s about the positive change we hope to inspire in the global horticulture industry. By championing sustainability and innovation, we aim to leave a lasting impact, proving that floriculture can be both beautiful and responsible,” says Camilo Bleier, Manager of La Gaitana Farms.
AIPH International Grower of the Year Awards 2026 – Criteria and Deadline
Entries are judged by an international panel of horticultural experts against five criteria:
- Economic performance
- Innovation
- Market insight
- Sustainability
- Human resources policy
Winners will be announced during a special awards ceremony at IPM Essen in Germany in January 2026 and celebrated globally through Founding Partner FloraCulture International, and Media Partners GuíaVerde and Thursd. Enter now at www.aiph.org/events/igoty.
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