Month: November 2024

The Ethiopian Agriculture Authority(EAA) and Ethiopian Horticulture Producer Exporters Association( EHPEA) hosted a validation workshop today at Capital Hotel on draft SYSTEMS APPROACH to contain False Codling Moth(FCM), a priority and quarantine pest of the European Union(EU).

EAA, EHPEA and growers have been deploying utmost efforts by working in unison to build capacity with regard to identification and management of FCM in the last two years, according to Ambassador Deriba Kuma, Director General of EAA.

Ambassador Deriba underscored the need to comply with the requirements of EU with regard to phytosanitary issues as floriculture industry is the second largest strategic export commodity of Ethiopia.

The director general stated that the concerted efforts have resulted in maximum self- policing at farms level which significantly led to declining trend of interceptions at EU borders.

Mr. Wondale Habtamu, Deputy Director General of EAA and Ethiopia’s NPPO on his part reiterated the readiness of his authority to take bold measures on non -complaint farms as far as the implementation of Systems Approach for FCM is concerned.

Participants drawn from cut flower farms from all clusters, research and academia and development partners were in attendance at the validation workshop.

The Ethiopian Horticulture Producer Exporters Association (EHPEA) made a strong presence at the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) this year in the Netherlands. With a record-breaking number of participants from around the world, IFTF 2024 solidified its position as the premier global platform for the floriculture industry.

EHPEA member farms, including Tinaw Flowers, Tana Flora, Ethio Agriceft, Roshrana, Friendship Flowers, Rainbow Colors, and Adam Horticulture, participated in the Ethiopian Pavilion showcasing their sustainable floriculture production. This provided a valuable opportunity for these farms to connect with international buyers, suppliers, and existing customers.

In addition to showcasing products, EHPEA used the platform to promote the upcoming 9th edition of HortiFlora Expo, scheduled for March 25-27, 2025, in Addis Ababa. This event is a key highlight of the Ethiopian floriculture calendar.

This year’s IFTF witnessed increased participation from African and South American countries. Uganda, for instance, made its debut with six growers in its national pavilion. Ethiopia and Kenya, key players in the global floriculture market, expanded their presence with multiple pavilions and individual exhibitors. South America, particularly Colombia and Ecuador, was well-represented, highlighting the region’s significant role in the international floral trade.