The European Orchid Council
is a non-profit making organisation consisting of European Orchid Societies and other non commercial European institutions that have an interest in orchids. The objectives of the EOC are:
CO-ORDINATION OF THE ACTIVITIES AND COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE MEMBERS
- Publication of material of common interest
- Promotion of orchid research
- Communication of information concerning cultivation, research and conservation of orchids
- Organisation of a European Orchid Congress and Exhibition every three years
THE RESOLUTION OF PROBLEMS OF COMMON INTEREST
- Protecting endangered orchid species and habitats
- Helping to unify and simplify customs procedures throughout Europe in relation to the movement of orchids
- Answering propositions made by any Member if said proposition is of general interest
PUBLIC RELATIONS
- The EOC should be represented in major international orchid events; to ensure that its activities, including Congresses, research, become widely known within and outside Europe