Taiwan’s reputation as an orchid kingdom has continued to expand abroad, with the country’s orchid exports showing a marked increase this year, the Council of Agriculture said Nov. 30.
According to the COA, Taiwan’s orchid exports through to the end of October totaled NT$2.39 billion (US$77.66 million), up a whopping 43 percent over the same period last year.
The ceaseless efforts of local orchid breeders have contributed greatly to increased recognition of Taiwan as the world’s leading orchid producer, officials said.
To honor this contribution, the Taiwan Orchid Breeders Society held its first outstanding orchid breeder and lifetime achievement awards ceremony at the Taipei International Flora Expo Nov. 30
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