International Association of Horticultural Producers
international organization dedicated to promoting horticultural producers
The International Association of Horticultural Producers (French: Association Internationale des Producteurs de l'Horticulture; AIPH) is an international trade association dedicated to supporting horticultural producers and promoting the industry globally. It is the primary body responsible for approving and overseeing international horticultural exhibitions.
History
The AIPH was founded in 1948 in Zurich, Switzerland. It was established by representatives from Western European grower associations who sought to mend international relations and rebuild the horticultural community following the devastation of the World War II. Since its inception, the organization has evolved from a regional initiative into a prominent international body.
Mission
The association’s core mission is to reignite and uphold a global appreciation for plants, which it defines as a fundamental human instinct. AIPH operates under the belief that modern urbanization and technology have detached humanity from the natural world, leading to unnatural lives. To counteract this, the organization strives to achieve a "healthy and stable equilibrium" between: Humanity, Technology, Nature.
Horticultural exposition
AIPH holds the international mandate for approving and regulating major horticultural exhibitions, a responsibility governed by an international convention to ensure the highest global standards. Since 1960, in partnership with the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), AIPH has overseen and supported over 50 World Horticultural Expos. These events serve as world-class spectacles that attract millions of visitors, providing a global platform to showcase horticultural products to the public, businesses, and governments.
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