Hi;


So
how does an orchid get judged (ie. by what criteria can one orchid of one
species win over others in the same species)

If you are judging for show ribbons - the best one there that day as determined
by a ribbon judging team consisting of whoever wishes to judge and based on the
rules of the show committee.

If you are judging for American Orchid Society Flower Quality Awards - equal
to or improvement in flower quality, based on a set point scale and previous
awards to the genera/species/hybrids. Points awarded by a panel of at least 5
AOS Judges, 3 of which must be Accredited Judges. To reach Accredited Judge
status requires 7 years to complete the AOS sanctioned training program, plus
continuing education as long as you hold a Judges appointment.

A Short Version. The AOS Handbook on Judging and Exhibition, 11th Ed. 96 pages
gives more details about Orchid Judging. Hope This Helps.

Jerry

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