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TheInternational Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS) is the world's leading independent organization ofhorticultural scientists.[1][2][3] Its aim is "to promote and encourageresearch andeducation in all branches of horticultural science and to facilitate cooperation and knowledge transfer on a global scale through itssymposia andcongresses (International Horticultural Congress),[4] publications and scientific structure." Membership is open to all interested researchers, educators, students and horticultural industry professionals.
The society dates from 1864, and was formally constituted in 1959. It is based inLeuven,Belgium, and is a founding member of the Global Horticultural Initiative.[5] In 2008, it has over 7,000 members from about 150 countries.
The ISHS coordinates the distributed network ofInternational Cultivar Registration Authorities,[6] which are responsible for ensuring that the names of plantcultivars andcultivar groups are defined and not duplicated.
These ISHS publications are standard works in the field of horticulture:
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