Since liberalization, cut flowers have become a major export-orientated product in Colombia and are now of crucial importance in terms of revenue and employment, in particular female employment. This paper focuses on the impact of cut flower production and trade in Colombia with a specific focus on the effects of the industry on women workers. The aim of the paper is to identify and examine strategies that support women workers in their struggle for a better life and improved working conditions.

Since liberalization, cut flowers have become a major export-orientated product in Colombia and are now of crucial importance in terms of revenue and employment, in particular female employment.