Industrial Cultivation of Oil Bearing Rose and Rose Oil Production in Bulgaria During 21ST Century, Directions and Challenges

ABSTRACTThe rose growing and flower processing is a centuries-old industry in Bulgaria which was a subject of substantial structural changes during the transitional period from state-ruled to market driven economy in the 1990s. The industry successfully passed in the 21st century becoming more open and dynamic. Here we review the industrial cultivation of oil-bearing roses in Bulgaria, the recent developments, current challenges and opportunities for future development.