Tradewinds

Tradewinds Solutions

We invest in technology and solutions
that make finding, buying, shipping and
selling farm fresh flowers a breeze.

ACCESS TO 125+ INTERNATIONAL FARMS
Direct connections to 125+ farms in South America and beyond. That’s dozens of credit applications you don’t need to fill out. We give you
instant access and approved open credit to the highest quality flower farms in Colombia, Ecuador, Chile, Costa Rica, Italy, and many other
parts of the world. We’ve done the research and have gathered into our group the best of the best.
COST EFFECTIVE + INNOVATIVE SHIPPING
As the pioneer in farm direct shipping, Tradewinds offers the most cost efficient and timely shipping options in the industry. Our large
volume, strategic alliances, and established track record with the airlines gives Tradewinds the best rates and preferred status for available
freight capacity.
STRONG BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS
Hands down, our favorite part of the business is the relationships we have built over the last 25 years. We host bi-annual trade shows
exclusively for our members, annual grower tours and regular contact with farms and customers to help them find solutions to pressing issues;
our members know us and we know them. The Tradewinds show is widely recognized as one of the best events in the floral industry
due to the intimate setting, camaraderie, education experience and sharing with business peers.
UNPARALLELED SUPPORT + EXPERIENCE
Our team offers over 100 years of combined experience as a resource that brings unique buying, marketing, administrative and management
expertise to your company. With our consolidated payment system, you buy from as many farms as you like throughout the month and pay
them all with a single domestic payment. We’re your partners and our primary focus is helping you buy and sell more
flowers of superior quality with less work and greater profitability.
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“I was first introduced to Tradewinds in 2005 and have been trusting in their services ever since. They were able to secure flowers from many of the superior growers, help us differentiate ourselves from competitors and eventually carve out a large percentage of the high end, wedding and event florist market. Tradewinds has a great selection of growers and dedicated services to locating product and transportation. The cost versus value is a no brainer in my reality and I could not imagine trying to deal with this myself.”
— Northwest Wholesale Florists, Seattle
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“I love the Tradewinds shows and the wealth of information that is shared. I have built so many strong relationships I can not imagine ever going without Tradewinds. They literally have stood side by side with me and helped me grow. I would strongly recommend TWI.”
— MLA Wholesale Inc., Chicago
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“At Harmony Flowers, we like to work with Tradewinds International because it is an excellent company with the highest quality wholesalers and farms. Furthermore, their CFT e-commerce platform is an efficient way for us to offer our flowers to the group 24/7/365. The Tradewinds team consists of very friendly and knowledgeable people that are always there to help us with whatever we may need. Finally, the payments from the Tradewinds group are always on time and it is very much appreciated.”
— Harmony Flowers
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“Being a member of the Tradewinds has been great for our business. The TWI group is available to help with everything from buying hard to find flowers to keeping the flower and freight billing organized is a big help to a company that runs on a small staff. We can focus on selling flowers and making money. The Tradewinds shows and farm trips are an extra perk. I always learn so much and have a great time with new friends.”
— Torchio Nursery, San Francisco
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“Tradewinds has been an instrumental part of our growth. We are a small wholesale company with quality and service first. Tradewinds has opened doors to a wonderful group of excellent growers. They manage and track all the shipments with the proper shippers in Miami and consolidate payments. They are constantly negotiating new rates and ensuring product gets here in the best way possible. I have the buying power of being a large wholesaler being under the Tradewinds umbrella.”
— MLA Wholesale Inc., Chicago
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“At San Francisco Gardens we feel privileged to work as a supplier for Tradewinds. They are a perfect partner for our farm dedicated to helping us increase our sales by offering our beautiful hydrangeas to the best wholesale florists in America. Tradewinds have a very clear vision which makes this possible, offering their customers high quality products combined with excellent service - and an incomparable interpersonal relationship. Thank you for all that you do.”
— San Francisco Gardens
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“During the many years we have been working with Tradewinds, we have had the pleasure of getting to know truly extraordinary people. Besides a fruitful business relationship for both parties, we also made great friends, and wonderful memories at the Tradewinds shows. We are looking forward to working with you for many years to come!”
— Sande Flowers
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“We’ve worked with Tradewinds for many years and have had the pleasure of getting to know the truly extraordinary team. Besides a fruitful business relationship for both parties, we also made great friends, and wonderful memories at the Tradewinds shows.”
— Sande Flowers
WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING
“Tradewinds is a group that we are very fond of and with whom we work, hand in hand to reach the best wholesalers. Tradewinds delivers a high level of service to the farms and to the clients. We are very proud to work with the Tradewinds group, as they truly are an excellent organization.”
— Montecarlo Gardens