September arrives loaded with essential dates for flower lovers with several Orchid Exhibitions distributed throughout the region. Since Salama to Bogotá, to Posadas. y Encarnacion, the events combine exhibitions, training and commercial spaces in emblematic venues.
With proposals designed for all audiences, these exhibitions seek to bring the responsible farming and the beauty of orchids to more people, with dates, times and activities well-defined, and with the participation of associations, institutions and producers working for the conservation of these species.
Dates and venues confirmed
En Salamá (Baja Verapaz), the appointment will be from September 17 to 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 18:00 p.m., at the residence of the Dr. Rubén Arriola BatresThe 32nd edition pays tribute to the professor Joan Stanley Rönnberg de Fernández, with an exhibition that combines tradition, memory and specimen care of great value.
El Bogota Botanical Garden José Celestino Mutis welcomes, from the September 18 to 21, 70nd Orchid Exhibition “XNUMX Years Exalting Life”, in alliance with the Bogota Orchidology Association. A biodiversity showcase which brings together the highlights of the national and international scene.
En Posadas., 25th Orchid Exhibition develops in the Italian Society from the provincial capital, with free admission, Friday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 20:00 p.m.. Participate 27 exhibitors from Misiones and Corrientes and more than 600 plants around 200 species, organized into sectors of native, introduced and hybrids.
Encarnacion will bring together producers and fans of September 26 to 29 at the Olmi Events and Convention CenterThe exhibition is organized by the Directorate of Agricultural Extension of the MAG and the Technical Mission of the Republic of China (Taiwan), with support from the Yacyretá Binational Entity.
Activities and attractions
In Bogotá they are announced More than 800 species from different regions and international collections, with the participation of 14 exhibitors between associations and foundations. There will be judgment in various categories, guided tours, scientific talks, theoretical-practical workshops, botanical illustration spaces and family activities, as well as a shopping area and dining areas.
The sample of Posadas., in the format of Expo Fair, allows you to view and purchase specimens, with raffles through an optional contribution voucher. Among the most valued species are Cattleya, vanda y Dendrobium, along with flowering native plants grown in Monte Carlo, a selection that will delight those looking to learn and add plants to their collection.
En Encarnacion will be offered Technical talks on cultivation and management, in addition to competencies which will award prizes to the best specimens and themed decorations. The public will also find a Commercial area with related products and accessories. These technical talks on cultivation and management They usually include guidelines to prevent pests and diseases.
The proposed Salama puts emphasis on the care and detail of each installation: a photogenic tour is anticipated, designed for visitors and coleccionistas immortalize every corner. The 32th edition strengthens the orchid community, with a moving tribute that highlights the role of those who have promoted this movement.
In all locations, activities are aimed at campaigns and the dissemination of good practices, reinforcing appreciation for the biodiversity and the exchange of knowledge between associations and growers.
Tickets, schedules and services
En Bogotá, Children from 0 to 5 years They do not pay. General admission is $ 6.300 (6 to 12 years) and $ 22.000 for those over 13. Access to the Tropicario slope $ 11.600 for nationals and $ 23.200 for foreigners; these are indicative values provided by the organization.
The expo of Posadas. keeps Free access and continuous hours of 10:00 - 20:00, with special activities in the afternoon and daily draws which add appeal to the visit.
En Encarnacion, the opening of the fair is scheduled for Friday at 14:00, with an official ceremony at 19:00; Saturdays and Sundays will work from 9:00 - 21:00, as well as the Monday de 9:00 - 18:00The organizers recommend arriving early to enjoy the talks and competitions.
To Salama, the general schedule is 9:00 - 18:00, based in residence of Dr. Rubén Arriola Batres, a space that welcomes growers, collectors and the general public in a close and welcoming atmosphere.
All exhibitions have commercial areas where acquire plant material and supplies, an ideal opportunity for collectors and fans who want to start or expand their collections with quality specimens and specialized advice.
With several active venues and varied programs, these Orchid Exhibitions combine beauty, formation and conservation, offering clear dates and services so that each visitor can organize their schedule and enjoy an experience worthy of the richness of these plants.
