La Gaitana Farms , a Colombian clove pink agriculturalist , has been present the championship of International Grower of the Year ( IGOTY ) 2025 by the International Association of Horticultural Producers ( AIPH ) .
Founded in 2009 , the AIPH IGOTY Awards make out best drill in horticulture by the top ornamental production nurseries from around the orb , lionize the expertness and vigor they give to horticulture .
La Gaitana Farms cultivate a broad diverseness of blooms with respect for the surroundings and community . The sept - owned , independent company grows clove pink and produces bouquets from its 43 hectare of cropping sphere . Their commitment to sustainable practices , technical innovation , and social responsibility has positioned them as a trusted supplier in outside markets .
Camilo Bleier of La Gaitana Farms enjoin : " It ’s a big challenge to step into these brake shoe and keep improving every day , but we ’ve done our prep . It ’s a pleasure to be in this industriousness , it ’s fun every day , and you could never rise tired of nature . "
In addition to the Gold Rose Award , La Gaitana Farms also won the Cut Flowers & Bulbs category , presented by Remko Muntinga , chief executive officer of Chrysal , and the Sustainability category , presented by Sarah von Fintel , Key Account Manager for GlobalG.A.P. and G.G.N. Label .
The IGOTY 2025 Jury commented : " Growing in Colombia and pass on globally has pushed La Gaitana Farms to elite position in the production of Carnations . The ship’s company ’s focus on sustainable practice in everything they do will help go them to a firm and successful future tense . La Gaitana Farms utilizes secure selection , implementation , and rating processes to check calibre products . They continuously take in new conception in all area and their exploit towards sustainability and adapting to mood modification have borne results . “Young International Grower of the YearDavid Marin , a Director at Deliflor Americas S.A.S. , Colombia , received the Young International Grower of the Year Award . David link up Deliflor in 2019 . During his time with the companionship , David has been involved in put through horticultural practices to optimise resourcefulness usage and minimise environmental impact . These practices include efficient body of water direction and plant nutrition , as well as the internalization of technologies that facilitate actual - prison term monitoring .
" It ’s a symbolization of hard work , teamwork , and passionate work , " David said . " This award will inspire the company and the squad , it will let them cognise that everything is potential . "
David , along with the other finalists , presented his mind to an international jury of horticultural professionals . The evaluator were : Leonardo Capitanio , President of AIPH and owner of Vivai Capitanio , Italy ; Colin Fernandes , Past YIGOTY victor and Trial Site Coordinator for Marginpar , Kenya ; and Puck van Holsteijn , CEO of World Horti Center and CEO of HortiHeroes , Netherlands .
Leonardo Capitanio commented : " David stands out as an exceptional example of balance and expertness in the floriculture industry . The panel was particularly impressed by his power to merge innovation with a wide intellect of the sector .
" David ’s aspiration to grow sustainable markets , alongside his focussing on commercial expansion and enhancing customer experiences , highlights his technical and commercial expertise . His power to build high - perform teams and surrogate balanced growth shew a rare long - condition vision , making him a genuinely inspiring drawing card and a deserving success of this prestigious accolade . "
All winners per categoryYoung International Grower of the Year : Winner : David Marin ( Colombia)Finalist : Thomas Reeves ( Brazil)Finalist : Stuart van Staalduinen ( Canada )
trim down Flowers and Bulbs : Winner : La Gaitana Farms ( Colombia)Finalist : Soex Flora PVT . LTD . ( India)Finalist : Yunnan Yuntianhua Huajiangpu Technology Co. , Ltd ( China )
Young plant : Winner : Plant Select ( Belgium)Finalist : Könst Alstroemeria B.V. ( Netherlands)Finalist : Qianxinan Green Edge Animal and Plant Technology Development Co. , Ltd. ( China )
Finished Plants and Tree : succeeder : VIVERCID ( Spain)Finalist : Taizhou Suzhong Horticulture Co. , Ltd ( China)Finalist : Stolkbrothers ( Netherlands )
Sustainability : Winner : La Gaitana Farms ( Colombia)Finalist : Fitoralia ( Spain)Finalist : Yunnan Yuntianhua Huajiangpu Technology Co. , Ltd ( China)Finalist : Taizhou Suzhong Horticulture Co. , Ltd ( China )
In addition to the category winners , AIPH recognise the efforts of three manufacturer with Certificates of Merit . Although these submission did not get hold of the final exam , their commitment to the industriousness is suitable of recognition : Chengdu Lvwo Agriculture Co. , Ltd ( China)Javoy Plantes Pepinieres ( France)Kaset 32 Farms ( Thailand )
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