22 September 2025
GLOBALG.A.P. and GGN label shine at AIPH Annual Congress 2025
At the event in Ghent, GLOBALG.A.P. and the GGN label highlighted how sustainability, innovation, and good agricultural practices are shaping the future of the ornamental industry.

On 16 September 2025, GLOBALG.A.P. and the GGN label proudly took center stage as headline sponsor at the 77th AIPH Annual Congress in Ghent, Belgium. This global gathering brought together horticultural leaders from across the world to explore sustainability, supply chain innovations, and the role of technology in the ornamental industry.
Juan Carlos Isaza-Kasolis, Senior Technical Expert for Floriculture at Agraya, represented GLOBALG.A.P. and the GGN label, opening the conference with a keynote emphasizing our commitment to progress, transparency, and good agricultural practices. He also shared practical insights during the panel discussion “Promoting Responsible Practices Across the Industry”, highlighting how the sector is driving positive change worldwide.
In his introduction to the Conference, Juan Carlos shared a powerful message: "From adapting to climate change and optimizing resource use, to harnessing new technologies and fostering urban greening initiatives, the horticultural sector is more vital than ever – to our economies, our communities, and our planet.” He also added, “Events like this not only highlight the remarkable achievements that flower and ornamental producers have already made but also inspire us all to push the boundaries further – to innovate, and to strive for excellence in our shared mission."

Juan Carlos Isaza-Kasolis, Senior Technical Expert for Floriculture at Agraya, speaks on stage with industry experts at the AIPH Annual Congress 2025 in Ghent.
A key takeaway from the event was that sustainability is not just a responsibility but an opportunity: an opportunity to do better, communicate more effectively about the steps being taken, and support growers in doing their jobs.
A heartfelt thank you to AIPH for bringing together such an inspiring group of horticultural leaders. We’re proud to play a role in advancing sustainability, innovation, and responsible practices across the industry.

Agraya representatives for GLOBALG.A.P. and the GGN label at the AIPH Annual Congress 2025 in Ghent.
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