Israel to export 125 million flowers to Europe

Valentine's Day considered one of high seasons for flower exports from Israel
Nurit Felter

Some 125 million flowers and ornaments, weighing more than 5,000 tons, will be flown to Europe ahead of Valentine's Day, the Flower Growers Association reported.

 

According to the association's secretary-general, Avraham Daniel, the most wanted flower colors are pink and red.

 

Valentine's Day is considered one of the high seasons for flower exports from Israel, following Easter and Christmas. The price of one Israeli flower is expected to reach 90 agorot (about 21 cents).

 

The proceeds of the Israeli flower market abroad on Valentine's Day total approximately NIS 115 million (USD 27 million). A rise of 20 percent has been noted in the sale of flowers in Israel, reaching NIS 15 million (USD 3.5 million), an average of 70 agorot (16 cents) per flower.

 

The proceeds of the Israeli flower market in Israel on Valentine's Day total approximately NIS 10.5 million (USD 2.5 million).