Awards at the Horticulture Fair – Beoplant Fair 2024.
April 6, 2024
In the flower-filled halls 2A and 1A and in the open space of the Belgrade Fair, a manifestation dedicated to nature as a source of life and education on how to preserve essential resources for the survival of biological diversity and ecosystems by planting flowers and greening cities was officially opened.
The 29th International Horticulture Fair BeoPlantFair is also enriched this year by three more thematic exhibitions – the 27th Exhibition of medicinal herbs and honey preparations Gifts of Nature, the 12th Exhibition of garden and park machines and related equipment MotoPlantExpo and the 8th Exhibition of organic production Organic Fest.
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management of the Republic of Serbia is the sponsor and one of the most active participants and motivators of this event, and this year’s fair was officially opened by Milica Đurđević, the state secretary in this ministry.
- It is a pleasure to see that the exhibitors come from all over Serbia, that the manifestation is completed with additional content and exhibitions, and that the number of exhibitors is growing year by year. This is an opportunity to come together and celebrate the beauty, diversity and importance of horticulture in our lives.
Đurđević pointed out that horticulture is more than planting flowers and ornamental plants, because it is a combination of art, science and passion. Through horticulture, we create oases of peace and are inspired by the beauty of nature and refine the space in which we live.
- This manifestation, better known as “Garden in the heart of the city” is one of the most significant in this area, and thus the ministry is pleased to be able to support it and help the exhibitor’s performance. Perhaps this fair is an opportunity for some of the exhibitors to step out of their local framework and to market their products in some new markets, as well as an opportunity to appear on the international market in the coming year. Our support is a symbol of our commitment to the promotion of sustainable agriculture and care for the environment. The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management will always support such manifestations, because they are the best promotion of Serbian agriculture and Serbian products, said Đurđević.
At the opening ceremony, Dejan Dragićević, the promotional face of this year’s Horticulture Fair and recognizable television author of the programs “First Garden of Serbia” RTS and Cvetni kutak, Agro TV, spoke. He welcomed gardening lovers to this year’s fair, the central floral event for the whole of Serbia, with advice to buy a seedling that they don’t have in their garden and the wish that the fair be held at least twice a year.
Dejan Dragićević, who has been spreading his love for horticulture and flowers for years and passing on his knowledge and experience, will give visitors advice on planting different plants and maintaining greenery during the fair.
Taking place from Thursday 4 to Sunday 7 April 2024, the event offers everything horticulture enthusiasts need, bringing the latest trends and innovations, a wealth of plant diversity and expert advice on maintaining your own gardens.
And this year’s fair promises something special – an offer of a variety of flowers that captivates and takes your breath away, along with the presentation of the best selection of exhibitors, growers, as well as lectures and workshops that will inspire and motivate all visitors to make their gardens, gardens and terraces even more beautiful.
The exhibition offer will cover all areas of horticulture – cultivation of flowers and flower material, production of seedlings and seed material, fruit growing, viticulture, beekeeping, cultivation of medicinal plants, cultivation and maintenance of green areas, mechanization for horticulture, watering systems, greenhouses, means for nutrition and protection, landscape architecture…
The horticulture fair offers the opportunity to buy directly from the producers, who will offer a rich selection of seedlings of the most beautiful flowers, conifers and ornamental plants, cacti and succulents, seasonal flowers, herbs and aromatic plants, while one of the exhibitors will offer over 200 types of bogumila.
The concept of the Horticulture Fair: four units, a synthesis of the professional and the aesthetic
Flora includes planting and seed materials, decorative plants, fruit and vegetable production and processing, interior decoration, watering systems, greenhouses, horticultural machinery, plant nutrients and protection, and herbal pharmacy and cosmetics.
Green design deals with interior and exterior design, maintenance of gardens, parks and forests, dendro material, along with the presentation of professional literature and publications.
Nature’s Gifts and Organic Fest are dedicated to mushrooms and forest fruits, honey and honey products, medicinal teas, salves and balms, medicinal and aromatic herb production, organic production and gardening, organic products and healthy food in general. Visitors have the opportunity to see, try and buy medicinal teas and salves, honey and honey preparations, medicinal and aromatic plant products, mushrooms and forest fruits, phytocosmetics, phytopharmacy, professional literature…
MotoPlantExpo traditionally gathers exhibitors, manufacturers and distributors of park and garden machinery and equipment, small agricultural, transport and horticultural machinery, forestry machinery and tools, watering systems and greenhouses, park furniture, children’s playgrounds, fitness and sports fields, gardening tools and equipment , various types of materials for arranging gardens and gardens…
Professional follow-up program
Following the program, the quality and number of participants will follow the exhibitor offer at this event, and offer visitors a platform for the promotion of the latest trends in the world of gardening and horticulture.
Two round tables will be held during the BeoPlantFair Horticulture Fair:
The Association of Landscape Architects of Serbia traditionally participates in the International Horticulture Fair, and on the occasion of marking April – the month of landscape architecture, a round table on the topic “Dialogue to (preservation of) green infrastructure” is planned for Thursday, April 4 at 1 p.m. The participants of the round table will be landscape architects who work in public companies and institutions in whose jurisdiction are public green areas and who provide conditions for urban plans and technical documentation. Lecturers: Dušanka Stojanović Đorđević, Dušan Dejanović, JKP Medijana Niš and Tatjana Obradović, planning advisor at the Ministry of Construction, Transport and Infrastructure.
On Friday, April 5, at 12:00 p.m., a second round table will be held on the topic “Situation in the field of floriculture and ornamental plants in Serbia”, at which the panelists will be: Danica Mićanović, Ph.D., coordinator of the Flower and Ornamental Plant Producers Group PKS, Milan Topalović, president Groups – nursery Topalović, Kolinda Hrehorović, head of the group for fruits, vegetables, alcoholic beverages and flowers, Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Water Management in prof. Dr. Dragana Skočajić, Association for Landscape Horticulture of Serbia.
More practical advice will be provided by lectures organized as part of the accompanying program on the following topics:
Photinia and prunus (planting, growing and feeding), lecturer: Ivica Ilić, nursery Ilić, Kaona;
Everything about roses (planting, growing, pruning and feeding), lecturer: Milan Topalović, Rasadnik Topalović, Lipolist;
The use of root barriers in urban areas, lecturers from Urban Garden;
Bamboos – Planting and maintenance, lecturer: Miro Ilić, Garen cerkom;
Balcony flowers – How to make your terrace beautiful and flowery, lecturer Dragan Sajić, Garden;
Hardwoods and conifers, lecturer: Dragan Gajić, Lepo Polje;
Bogumile, lecturer Dragiša Stamenković, Nursery Stamenković, Čačak;
Orchids, lecturer Vladan Milutinović i
When to start preparing the garden, lecturer Vlada Milutinović.
Two exhibitions will be held during the BeoPlantFair Horticulture Fair:
exhibition of landscape architects and horticulture and
exhibition “Bloom with flowers” by Nataša Komatina.
Awards of the expert jury
For the participants of the fair this year, there will be prizes from the expert jury for the variety, quality and presentation of the presented content.
Unforgettable days lie ahead at the Horticulture Show, from Thursday to Sunday 4 – 7 April 2024.
Regardless of whether you are a passionate gardener, a beginner or simply a nature lover, you will find something for you at the BeoPlantFair.
In the unique atmosphere that only this fair can provide, enjoy the opportunity to relax in a natural environment, exchange experiences with other flower lovers and be part of our community that celebrates the love of nature and the arrangement and preservation of the environment.
“Don’t wait for someone to bring you flowers.” Plant your garden and decorate your soul.”
Luther Burbank
This year, the Horticulture Fair is being held at the same time as the 44th International Nautical, Hunting and Fishing Fair, which expands the importance and possibilities of both events to visitors and exhibitors.
An exceptional convenience for visitors is the fact that the ticket purchased for this fair is also valid for the 44th International Nautical, Hunting and Fishing Fair, which is held from April 4 to 8 in the neighboring halls – 1 and 4. The reverse also applies to tickets purchased for Nautical, hunting and fishing fair.
SERVICE INFORMATION
Working hours:
THU – SAT April 4 – 6: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m
SUN April 7: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m
The ticket price is 500 dinars, and group tickets are 300 dinars (for groups of more than 20 people).
The price of parking for cars is 150 dinars. per hour.
