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Global Flower Industry Flourishes in Kunming: Innovations and Opportunities at KIFE and IFEX 2025

As the world of floriculture continues to evolve, Kunming, a major hub for flower distribution in Southwest China, is set to host the 23rd annual Kunming International Flower Expo (KIFE) and the International Flower and Plants Expo (IFEX). Scheduled from September 19 to 21, 2025, at the Kunming Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Center, this event promises to be a game-changer for the industry, drawing participation from over 500 exhibitors worldwide.

A Showcase of Global Floral Innovation

The KIFE/IFEX exhibition will cover a sprawling area of 60,000 square meters, with more than 90% of the exhibition space already booked. It aims to highlight specialized exhibitions, industry forums, interactive experiences, and live demonstrations, creating a comprehensive platform for presenting global advancements in floriculture.

The strategic location of Kunming in Yunnan province, known as the flower heart of China, makes it an ideal center for this gathering. With France being the guest of honor, national pavilions will emphasize floral art and local varieties, showcasing notable French exhibitors like Meilland International (roses), Morel (cyclamens), and Georges Delbard (roses and fruit trees). In addition to French firms, top Dutch breeders will display their latest floral innovations, further enriching the expos.

New Opportunities and Collaborations

The expos will also introduce a new pavilion dedicated to tropical plants, featuring participation from Thai and Taiwanese delegations as well as leading domestic tropical plant brands. This openness towards new partnerships further aligns with KIFE/IFEX’s mission to foster international cooperation in the flower industry.

Visitors can engage in professional forums addressing key industry topics such as:

• - Protection of New Plant Varieties in China: This session will explore intellectual property protection strategies in the flower breeding sector.
• - Modernization of Floriculture Infrastructure: Focused on the latest agricultural technologies to enhance production.
• - Digital Support for Gardening: Investigating the digital transformation within the industry.
• - E-Commerce Marketing for China's Flower Sector: Insights from leading platforms and influencers engaged in live streaming.

Record-Breaking Attendance Expectations

Following the success of the 2024 event, which attracted over 84,000 visitors and recorded onsite transactions exceeding 200 million yuan, there are high hopes for KIFE/IFEX 2025. Feedback from exhibitors has been overwhelmingly positive, with over 92.3% expressing satisfaction with their participation. Emerging businesses like Tri GonzFlower Trading Corp have already initiated discussions for potential collaborations, showcasing innovative designs and products.

Duan Jinhui, a representative exhibitor, highlighted the importance of foreign visitors at the previous expo, which not only allowed Yunnan's flower industry to gain global visibility but also showcased regional floral diversity and premium varieties, thus driving technology innovations.

Benefits of Participation

Attendees of the KIFE/IFEX expo are presented with numerous opportunities:

• - Comprehensive Industry Coverage: Connect with over 6,000 distributors and explore a vast array of floral products in one location.
• - Smart Business Connection: An intelligent system will facilitate efficient connections between businesses and potential partners.
• - Field Visits: Professional and diplomatic groups can tour flower production zones in Yunnan, experiencing the entire cultivation and packing process firsthand.
• - Exhibition of New Varieties: Discover the latest trends in flower varieties directly from Yunnan.
• - Cultural Events: Enjoy live floral art performances and exclusive Kunming-themed floral souvenirs, enriching the visitor experience.

With a clear vision to become a leading center for flower trade in Asia, KIFE and IFEX focus on fostering mutual growth through innovation and global partnerships. This makes the event a must-attend for anyone involved in the floriculture sector.

For additional information, please visit IFEX Flower Expo. Registration options are available at registration.