Associations

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/

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/

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/

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

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

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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/

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

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/

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