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IPM day 2:

"Now is the time for horticulture to receive the political support it needs"

The 41st International Plant Fair (IPM) officially opened yesterday and welcomes trade visitors from all over the world to Messe Essen. Until Friday, more than 1,400 exhibitors from around 50 countries will be showcasing their products from the fields of plants, technology, floristry and garden features. Numerous representatives from business, associations and politics took part in the opening ceremony. The Minister-President of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia, Hendrik Wüst, gave a video message. Speakers at the event included Eva Kähler-Theuerkauf, President of the Central Horticultural Association (ZVG), and Silke Gorißen, Minister for Agriculture and Consumer Protection of the State of North Rhine-Westphalia. In addition, innovative plant varieties were in the spotlight on the opening stage at the 'IPM Novelty Showcase' competition.


The opening of the trade fair

Political support
Eva Kähler-Theuerkauf, President of the Central Horticultural Association (ZVG) and the NRW State Horticultural Association, emphasized the importance of the horticultural trade fair in her speech. The trade show would once again demonstrate the achievements of the green sector. At the same time, she appealed to politicians to optimize the framework conditions: "Horticulture is facing up to climate change and the associated challenges. Now is the time for horticulture to receive the political support it needs."

Minister Gorißen assured: "North Rhine-Westphalia is Germany's number one horticultural state, both in terms of plant production and the wide range of high-quality horticultural services on offer. Here in NRW, the industry also comes together at the most important international horticultural trade fair to present new innovations and to network. We are proud of our strong, vibrant and innovative horticultural industry. The sector will continue to need good framework conditions and planning security in the future. As Minister of Agriculture, I will continue to stand up for our businesses, for example when it comes to reducing bureaucracy. We need more practicable and practical solutions, which is why I hope that the new federal government will show greater commitment to horticultural businesses."


The Dümmen Orange team

Team Hilverda Florist showing off Picture Perfect


Richard Smit and Raymond Hedges from Bunnik Plants & Creations


The Van Krimpen team

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On Monday, February 3, we will publish our photo report.