IPM Essen 2021 called off

The IPM Essen has been cancelled. The reason given in a press release by Messe Essen was that, against the background of the increasingly dynamic situation and worldwide travel restrictions, the planning security required for the preparation of the international trade fair participants is currently not in place. There is a great deal of uncertainty in view of the recent resurgence of infections in important markets such as the Benelux countries or France, the fair organiser states. The IPM was originally scheduled for 26-29 January 2021.
Nevertheless, Messe Essen wants to give the industry a stage at the planned date of the fair. Decision-makers and political representatives will thus come together at the IPM Essen Summit to exchange views on future topics in horticulture. In addition to this top-level meeting, a digital format will provide an insight into current developments in the German and international horticultural market. The next regular edition of the world-leading horticultural trade show will be staged from 25 to 28 January 2022.
"The anticipation of the IPM Essen was great, especially after the past months of full renunciation by all those involved, so the more difficult it was for us to decide to cancel the fair," explains Oliver P. Kuhrt, managing director of Messe Essen. "However, it is our responsibility to enable our exhibitors to plan their participation in the fair seriously. Against the background that many of our customers come from abroad and are increasingly insecure due to the difficult travel conditions, however, this is not possible at present. We have therefore decided to cancel before the hot phase of stand planning begins".