The Orchid Industry's Secretive Genetic Garden The world of orchid breeding has long been shrouded in mystery, with access limited to a select few.
Behind this secrecy lies a complex tale of innovation, investment, and intellectual property. The process of developing new orchid varieties is painstakingly slow, taking over a decade to bring a new flower to market.
The global orchid market is worth hundreds of millions of dollars, with breeders vying for dominance in this lucrative industry.