The International Society for Horticultural Science (ISHS) is the world's leading independent organization of horticulturists acting as a globally recognized and sought-after platform for research, science-based information exchange and collaboration in support of sustainable innovation in horticulture. The ISHS is a truly global network comprising over 70,000 individuals, universities, governments, institutions, libraries and commercial companies,thousands of who joined as Individual Members,in addition to a substantial number of Institutional Members and some 50 Member Countries/Regions. ISHS is a major source of up-to-date information on global horticultural research. ISHS aims to promote research in all branches of horticulture. It encourages the development of international co-operation, bringing together scientific and technical professionals to stimulate, facilitate and co-ordinate research and scientific activities on a global scale.