Associations

American Flower Industry Association
Represents all segments of the permanent botanical, holiday and decorative accessories industry. Lists members, includes image gallery and details trade shows.
http://www.afia.net/

Arizona State Florists' Association
Trade group representing professional florists and floral wholesalers in the state. Describes certification program and includes events schedule and directory of members.
http://www.azflorists.org/

California State Floral Association
Non-profit trade organization. Board of directors, news, PAC details, membership information, and related links.
http://www.calstatefloral.com/

Chesapeake Floral Association
Professional trade group comprised of retail and wholesale florists from Maryland, Virginia, Delaware and Washington, DC. Includes directory, membership application and marketing materials.
http://www.chesapeakefloralassoc.com/

European Floral Suppliers Association (EFSA)
Support and education for retailers and suppliers to the floral and lifestyle industry.
http://www.efsa.com/

Florida State Florists' Association (FSFA)
Professional trade association for retailers, wholesalers, growers, manufacturers, brokers, shippers and importers. Includes board members, news, convention details, design competition rules and scholarship application.
http://www.flst-floristassoc.com/

Flowers and Plants Association
Promotes floriculture and the indoor plant industry in the United Kingdom. Includes consumer tips, flower search by color, seasonal availability and common or botanical name and lists members and public and industry events.
http://www.flowers.org.uk/

Flowers Canada
National floriculture organization for growers, distributors and retailers. Includes consumer information, retail florist directory, membership details, educational events calendar and discussion board.
http://www.flowerscanada.ca/

Illinois State Florists Association
Represents florists and floral suppliers that serve the state. Features information on programs and services, floriculture and ornamental horticulture promotion, and the Illinois Certified Professional Florist Program.
http://www.illinoisflorists.org/

International Floral Distributors (IFD)
Member-owned marketing group comprised of wholesalers and distributors to create cooperative buying opportunities. Features activities, member list, and password-required message board.
http://www.ifd-inc.org/

Los Angeles Flower District
Connects growers, wholesalers, shippers, and retailers with flower markets throughout the world. Includes history, photo tour, membership information, business hours and consumer tips.
http://www.laflowerdistrict.com/

Maine State Florist and Growers Association
Non-profit trade group representing growers, wholesalers and retailers of floral and nursery products. Details schedule of events, design school and Professional Certified Florist (PCF) programs.
http://msfga.net/

Master Florists Association
Northern California group comprised of retailers, wholesalers, growers and educators. Includes membership application, roster, news and events.
http://www.masterfloristsassn.org/

Ohio Florists' Association
Association of floral and ornamental plant industry professionals. Details OFA Short Course and other educational events, and includes job forum and publications information.
http://www.ofa.org/

Society of American Florists (SAF)
National trade group for florists, wholesalers, growers, importers and shippers offering networking, marketing, public relations, education and issue advocacy. Lists events and includes password-protected members area.
http://www.safnow.org/

Wholesale Florist & Florist Supplier Association (WF&FSA)
Trade association of wholesaler-distributors of both fresh cut products and floral supplies. Includes events, member listings, and membership information.
http://www.wffsa.org/

Wisconsin and Upper Michigan Floral Association
Trade group consisting of more than 350 retail florists, wholesalers, growers and industry supporters. Details educational opportunities, news, events and scholarships.
http://wumfa.org/

World Flower Council
International association of professional florists. Details conferences, student exchange program and includes membership application, newsletter.
http://www.worldflowercouncil.org