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Upcoming Kunming Flower Expo: A Global Floral Showcase

The city of Kunming is set to host the 23rd China Kunming International Flower Expo (KIFE) and the Kunming International Flowers & Plants Expo (IFEX) from September 19 to 21, 2025. Over 500 exhibitors from various countries, including the UK, Netherlands, and France, will gather at the Kunming Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Center. This occasion firmly establishes Kunming as a key player in global horticultural innovation and business.

A Comprehensive Exhibition

Spanning an impressive 60,000 square meters, this year's KIFE/IFEX is demonstrating the depth of interest in the floral industry, with over 90% of available exhibition space already booked. The event will feature specialized exhibitions and industry forums, interactive experiences, and live demonstrations, creating an all-encompassing platform to showcase advancements in floriculture and enhance international trade collaboration.

Strategic Location

Situated in Yunnan, recognized as China's floral heartland, Kunming is a significant hub for flower distribution in Southwest China. The location enables seamless connections between numerous producers and distributors. This year's guest nation, France, presents an opportunity for attendees to engage with floral artistry that highlights local floral varieties through distinct national pavilions. Renowned French exhibitors, such as Meilland International and Georges Delbard, will be available, alongside top Dutch breeders like De Ruiter and Schreurs, showcasing their latest innovations.

New Tropical Plant Pavilion

In a notable addition, the expo will host a Tropical Plant Pavilion featuring delegations from Thailand and Taiwan, alongside leading domestic tropical plant brands. This represents a unique opportunity for international collaboration in exploring diverse floral offerings.

Professional Forums

The KIFE will also present critical professional forums discussing various industry-centric topics:

• - New Plant Variety Protection in China: This will delve into strategies for intellectual property protection in flower breeding.
• - Modernization of Floriculture Infrastructure: Attendees will learn about cutting-edge agricultural technologies.
• - Digital Empowerment in Horticulture: Focus will be on the digital transformation currently reshaping the industry.
• - E-commerce Marketing for the Floral Industry: Here, insights from leading platforms and livestreaming influencers will be shared.

Growth and Opportunities

In the previous year, the expo attracted more than 84,000 visitors, generating on-site transactions exceeding 200 million yuan. An impressive 92.3% of exhibitors reported satisfaction with their participation, emphasizing the potential for networking and collaboration within the industry. Exhibitor representative Duan Jinhui remarked that the event provided a platform for showcasing Yunnan's floral industry on a global scale, while Rose Marie Gonzaga, Managing Director of Tri GonzFlower Trading Corp, noted increased cooperation opportunities and innovative product designs.

Why Attend KIFE/IFEX

This expo promises to encompass all facets of the floral industry, allowing attendees to engage with over 6,000 distributors for streamlined sourcing. An advanced business matching system will facilitate connections with potential partners, enhancing the business experience for exhibitors and visitors alike. Field visits are also organized, affording professional and diplomatic groups the chance to witness Yunnan's full flower production process from cultivation to packaging.
Attendees can also look forward to discovering local proprietary flower breeds that are setting industry trends and enjoying cultural events that include live floral art performances, as well as exclusive Kunming-themed floral souvenirs.

Conclusion

With a visionary outlook to solidify its position as Asia's leading flower trade hub, KIFE and IFEX are committing themselves to promoting collaborative growth through innovation and global partnerships. For further details and registration information, visit IFEX Official Site.

Join the celebration of floral excellence and global connectedness at this year's Kunming International Flower Expo!