SIFLOR 2026 will bring together researchers, specialists, and industry representatives on November 18 and 19, 2026, in Colombia, to address key challenges and opportunities in floriculture. The agenda will focus on plant health, artificial intelligence (AI), bioinputs, automation, Agriculture 4.0, and leadership.
On the plant health front, Raymond Cloyd, from Kansas State University, will present practical strategies for thrips management in cut flowers grown under greenhouse conditions. George Karaoglanidis, from Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, will examine fungicide resistance in Botrytis cinerea populations based on experience with protected crops.
The agenda will also include an analysis by Aquiles Darghan on the spatial interaction between pests and diseases.
Artificial Intelligence and Bioinputs
New technologies will feature prominently in the program. Javier Chaparro will address the use of AI to detect phenological stages in blueberries and other fruits, while Jerónimo Carbonell will examine the impact of AI agents on real-world operations in the flower sector. Jhon Freddy García will deliver a presentation on technological innovation and the transformation of floriculture.
On the bioinputs side, Alba Marina Cotes will offer a perspective on the past, present, and future of microbial bioinputs. Martha Gómez will focus specifically on the use of yeasts for Botrytis management in roses.
Research and Agriculture 4.0
SIFLOR 2026 will also provide spaces for exchange between research and production. A panel on Automation and Agriculture 4.0 will bring together representatives from Cenicafé, Cenicaña, Cenipalma, and Ceniflores, drawing on experience from different agricultural supply chains.
A separate panel will be dedicated to applied research on white rust and will include representatives from UCO, Syngenta Ornamentals, and Vegaflor.
The event aims to connect professionals and technical teams with new research, technologies, and practical experience, and to help translate that knowledge into company operations. The ability of teams to understand and adopt technological change is presented as a key factor in strengthening the competitiveness of the floriculture sector.
Visit Ceniflores for pricing, the full agenda, and the registration form.
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