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4,200 boxes of Flowers of Colombia arrived at the Miami International Airport on May 15, 2012.
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Ten years ago, a shipment of Flowers of Colombia was the first FTA freight to arrive in the United States
Ten years ago, a shipment of Flowers of Colombia was the first FTA freight to arrive in the United States
4,200 boxes of Flowers of Colombia arrived at the Miami International Airport on May 15, 2012.
IN JUNE, FLOWERS OF COLOMBIA TO INSPIRE THE BOOK FAIR IN KOREA
IN JUNE, FLOWERS OF COLOMBIA TO INSPIRE THE BOOK FAIR IN KOREA
Colombia has been ocially appointed as Guest Nation to the Seoul International Book Fair, the biggest book festival of the Korean literary sector, organized by local editors, where flowers will be on the spotlight.
The brand Flowers of Colombia “a diversity that inspires” will host the Dianthus Week Colombia 2022
The brand Flowers of Colombia “a diversity that inspires” will host the Dianthus Week Colombia 2022
During the week of March 7th through 11th, flower growers and hybridizers will gather in Bogota to visit plantations near the city and learn about the new carnation varieties that will set the trends this coming season.
During Saint Valentine´s flower growers generate approximately 20,000 additional jobs
During Saint Valentine´s flower growers generate approximately 20,000 additional jobs
Asocolflores announced that qualified labor is required for vacancies in various municipalities of Antioquia and Cundinamarca.
Colombian flowers take over Seoul and Tokyo prompting nature´s unique emotional zest
Colombian flowers take over Seoul and Tokyo prompting nature´s unique emotional zest
Colombian flowers are playing a prominent role in these two cities through a strategy of international presence and stance.
Colombian flowers represent our traditions in New York
Colombian flowers represent our traditions in New York
Queens, the largest of the five districts that make-up the metropolis, hosted the XII Flower Festival, an event where color, fragrance, and the diversity of our flowers promoted our culture and heritage.
CHRYSANTHEMUM WEEK WAS A GREAT SUCCESS IN COLOMBIA
CHRYSANTHEMUM WEEK WAS A GREAT SUCCESS IN COLOMBIA
During five days, the breeders of new varieties presented the innovative colors and textures of over 500 breed varieties.
Flowers of Colombia by Asocolflores is present at Expo 2020 Dubai UAE
Flowers of Colombia by Asocolflores is present at Expo 2020 Dubai UAE
Expo 2020 Dubai will be held between 1 October, 2021 and 31 March, 2022, with the catchphrase “Connecting Minds, Creating the Future”. This universal showcase of 180 countries will focus the spotlight on creating, collaborating, and innovating.
ASOCOLFLORES CELEBRATES LIFE AND THE ECONOMIC REACTIVATION OF MEDELLIN WITH 500,000 STEMS FOR THE FLOWER FAIR
ASOCOLFLORES CELEBRATES LIFE AND THE ECONOMIC REACTIVATION OF MEDELLIN WITH 500,000 STEMS FOR THE FLOWER FAIR
The flowers provided by Asocolflores will embellish some of the most iconic cultural performances that will be staged during the fair.
Asocolflores postpones Proflora XVI
Asocolflores postpones Proflora XVI
We would like to announce that Proflora will be held in 2023 from October 4th to 7th . This decision was taken in order to guarantee a successful event in a safe and favorable environment for all exhibitors and attendees.
Meeting with Juan Carlos Pinzón, new ambassador in Washington
Meeting with Juan Carlos Pinzón, new ambassador in Washington
During a meeting with the new Colombian ambassador in Washington, we had a fruitful dialogue about the prospective scenario of the flower business in the main arena of its commercial dealings
Colombian flowers bid farewell to “La Bachué” on its way to an exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London
Colombian flowers bid farewell to “La Bachué” on its way to an exhibition at the Saatchi Gallery in London
Asocolflores decorated with flowers the departure to Europe of the work of art by Carlos Salas, one of the major exponents of the local plastic arts.
With the slogan “Health First, Business Next” Asocolflores affiliates have invested approximately US$1 million to accelerate the Covid-19 vaccination process for their workers
With the slogan “Health First, Business Next” Asocolflores affiliates have invested approximately US$1 million to accelerate the Covid-19 vaccination process for their workers
Asocolflores announced that the immunization campaign will start immediately, covering flower farms located near towns where vaccination is already active.
Augusto Solano, President of Asocolflores, was awarded the 2021 Leland T. Kintzele (LTK) Distinguished Service Award
Augusto Solano, President of Asocolflores, was awarded the 2021 Leland T. Kintzele (LTK) Distinguished Service Award
Bogotá. June 9, 2021. Given his substantial contributions to the floral industry and a distinguished service that exemplifies the integrity, fairness, perseverance, and decisiveness of Leland T. Kintzele, President of WF&FSA between 1963 and 1965, Augusto Solano, President of Asocolflores, the Colombian Association of Flower Exporters, received in the United States the Leland T. Kintzele (LTK) Distinguished Service Award.
Tokyo dresses up in Flowers of Colombia
Tokyo dresses up in Flowers of Colombia
From November 19-20 the “Flowers of Colombia” adorned the 1,500 square meters that reach from the access doors to the walkways of Gransta in Tokyo Station, one of the most heavily trafficked metro stations in the world.
Flowers of Colombia, are ready to celebrate thanksgiving
Flowers of Colombia, are ready to celebrate thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is one of the United States’ most important holidays, and one which will be particularly emotional this year due to the need to maintain physical distance from loved ones.
Flowers of Colombia by Asocolflores contributes to exhibits in Flower Fair
Flowers of Colombia by Asocolflores contributes to exhibits in Flower Fair
Asocolflores and its associates contributed 150,000 flowers to the various events that make up the traditional Flower Fair and Silleteros Parade in Medellín, Colombia.
Asocolflores and Fedecacao commit to Colombia
Asocolflores and Fedecacao commit to Colombia
The Association of Colombian Flower Exporters, Asocolflores, and the National Federation of Cacao Growers, Fedecacao, two of rural Colombia’s most important trade associations
Two international flights return to Colombia on September 19
Two international flights return to Colombia on September 19
After ceasing operations almost seven months ago, international flights will resume on September 21st, according to the Ministry of Transportation.
Asocolflores, in alliance with the Colombian training agency – SENA, inaugurated the first School of Abilities and Skills for Flower Workers
Asocolflores, in alliance with the Colombian training agency – SENA, inaugurated the first School of Abilities and Skills for Flower Workers
This project was proposed by Asocolflores to the government three years ago.
President Iván Duque extended until October 31 the so-called “selective isolation”
President Iván Duque extended until October 31 the so-called “selective isolation”
Although Colombia already reached its peak and is on the descent, this a very critical stage in order to avoid regrowth.
Asocolflores and Procolombia held a business matchmaking with Canadian flowers buyers
Asocolflores and Procolombia held a business matchmaking with Canadian flowers buyers
Last Wednesday 17 Asocolflores members and 12 purchasing companies from Canada, had business matchmaking holding approximately 85 successful business appointments.
Colombian flowers are ready for the All Saints’ Day celebration
Colombian flowers are ready for the All Saints’ Day celebration
All Saints’ Day has become the most important celebration of the calendar year’s second half.
Ceniflores continues to innovate in floriculture
Ceniflores continues to innovate in floriculture
CENIFLORES, the Center for Innovation in Colombian Floriculture, concluded its Lab i Bootcamp, 2020.
Carolina Díaz, Asocolflores’s new head of marketing and communications
Carolina Díaz, Asocolflores’s new head of marketing and communications
Asocolflores welcomes Carolina Díaz, who will lead the association’s marketing and communications efforts going forward.
Asocolflores gives Antioquia and Bogotá “1,400 reasons to smile”
Asocolflores gives Antioquia and Bogotá “1,400 reasons to smile”
On October 22, the association handed thousands of passers-by two bouquets—one to keep, and one to give as a gift, sparking the emotions that giving and receiving flowers brings.
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