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20th Taiwan International Orchid Show and 23rd World Orchid Conference Kick Off in Tainan on February 24

2024/02/22
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The 20th Taiwan International Orchid Show and the 23rd World Orchid Conference will take place concurrently from February 24 to March 10 at the Taiwan Orchid Technology Park (formerly the Taiwan Orchid Biotechnology Park) under the Agricultural Technology Park Administration Center, Ministry of Agriculture and International Convention Center Tainan. This marks the first time that the two major orchid events will be held at the same time in Tainan. Coupled with the Taiwan Lantern Festival held during the same period, the city welcomes all visitors to Tainan to appreciate orchids during the day and lanterns at night.

Huang Wei-Che expressed that this year's Orchid Show is a combination of two of the world's three major orchid events, marking a historic milestone in the Taiwan International Orchid Show's chronicle. He expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Agriculture, the Agriculture and Food Agency, as well as the International Trade Administration, the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the Taiwan Orchid Growers Association, and the Taiwan External Trade Development Council for their strong support and collaboration, which made this achievement possible.

Huang Wei-Che further pointed out that orchid growers in Tainan have transcended traditional industry frameworks, integrating elements of art, lifestyle aesthetics, and even smart technology, continuously innovating and evolving. This year's show coincides with the 400th anniversary of Tainan, and the 2024 Taiwan Lantern Festival is also being held in Tainan. Visitors are welcome to come during the day to admire the orchids at the Orchid Biotechnology Park in Hou Bi and ICC Tainan. In the evening, they can head to the Yanshui Yuejin Harbor Lantern Festival and the 2024 Taiwan Lantern Festival. This diverse itinerary will enable visitors to immerse in the beauty of Tainan.

Deputy Director-General of the Agriculture and Food Agency, Yao Chih-Wang, stated that the annual production value of orchids in Taiwan exceeds NT$7 billion, with exports accounting for 90%. Orchids are one of Taiwan's important export floricultural products. With two major orchid shows held concurrently in Tainan, it is hoped to attract orchid enthusiasts from around the world to Taiwan, especially to Tainan. The Ministry of Agriculture will continue to partner with Tainan City Government to expand global sales channels for orchids and foster the industry's thriving development.

According to Tainan City Government, after 12 years of active efforts, the Taiwan International Orchid Show finally partnered with the World Orchid Conference, known as the "Olympics of the Orchid World". Based on the 400th anniversary of Tainan City, the combination of elements of culture, craftsmanship, rituals, festivals, myths, cuisine, and architecture form to create a joyful atmosphere of "Vibrant Tainan". The World Orchid Conference will cover diverse aspects such as orchid conservation, history, culture, academic research, and practical applications.


Source: Money UND https://money.udn.com/money/story/5635/7773411?from=edn_search_result

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