Field day: Bay of Plenty, 6 July 2026
2026-07-06 13:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | 40F Jensen Road, Omanawa
Join NZ Avocado at Andrew Craib’s orchard in Omanawa for an afternoon of practical insights and industry connection.
This field day will feature on-orchard updates from our research team, covering the latest findings on mirid insects, fruit quality, and production systems — all with a focus on management strategies that maximise your financial returns.
When: Monday 6 July, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Where: 40F Jensen Road, Omanawa
Topics discussed on the day include:

Update on mirid research – understanding and control
Update on efforts to improve fruit quality
What we’re learning by comparing production systems.

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Field day: South Auckland, Tuesday 7 July
2026-07-07 13:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Auckland)
Join NZ Avocado at David French’s orchard in Glenbrook for an afternoon of practical insights and industry connection.
This field day will include a look at David’s trellis growing system and a discussion on the pruning approach being used and how aspects might translate to more conventional growing systems. The day will also feature on-orchard updates from our research team, covering the latest findings on mirid insects, fruit quality, and production systems — all with a focus on management strategies that maximise your financial returns.
When: Tuesday 7 July, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Where: Inbetween 306 and 318 Glenbrook Beach Road, Glenbrook.
Topics discussed on the day include:

Update on mirid research – understanding and control
Update on efforts to improve fruit quality
What we’re learning by comparing production systems.

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Field day: Far North, Wednesday 8 July
2026-07-08 13:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | 86 Hukatere Rd, Houhora
Join NZ Avocado at Ross and Lesley Mutton’s orchard in Houhora for an afternoon of practical insights and industry connection.
This field day will feature on-orchard updates from our research team, covering the latest findings on mirid insects, fruit quality, and production systems — all with a focus on management strategies that maximise your financial returns.
When: Wednesday 8 July, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Where: 86 Hukatere Rd, Houhora
Topics discussed on the day include:

Update on mirid research – understanding and control
Update on efforts to improve fruit quality
What we’re learning by comparing production systems.

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Field day: Whangarei, Thursday 9 July
2026-07-09 13:00 - 15:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | 406 Whatitiri Road, Whangarei
Join NZ Avocado at Sharron and Richard Booth’s orchard for an afternoon of practical insights and industry connection.
This field day will feature on-orchard updates from our research team, covering the latest findings on mirid insects, fruit quality, and production systems — all with a focus on management strategies that maximise your financial returns.
When: Thursday 9 July, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Where: 406 Whatitiri Road, Whangarei
Topics discussed on the day include:

Update on mirid research – understanding and control
Update on efforts to improve fruit quality
What we’re learning by comparing production systems.

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NZAGA Annual General Meeting - 25 August 2026
2026-08-25 10:00 - 17:00 UTC | Club Mount 45-47 Kawaka Street, Mount Maunganui 3116
The 45th Annual General Meeting of the NZ Avocado Growers’ Association Inc. will be held at 2.30pm on Tuesday 25 August, 2026. The AGM will be a combination of a virtual and in-person event. For those attending in-person, the AGM will be held at the Club Mount 45-47 Kawaka Street, Mount Maunganui 3116. For those attending virtually, a webinar link will be sent to all those who register, a week before the AGM. We look forward to seeing you in person and online.
The day will begin at 10am with an informal Director Q&A session with no set agenda. During this session we will discuss the more debated subjects such as the AGA’s involvement in the international markets and what defines a “grower” director. Growers are welcome to discuss any subject you wish.
A Grower Briefing presented by NZ Avocado staff and the formal AGM proceedings will run from 2.30 to 4.30pm. Both the Grower Briefing and AGM formalities will be available online for those unable to attend in person.

10 – 12
Director Q & A session
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12 – 1
Guest speaker: Health and Safety
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1 – 2.30
Lunch break

2.30 – 4.30
Grower Briefing and AGM formalities
In-person and online

Member Motions
Member Motions are vital to the democratic process within the avocado industry and to the running of the NZAGA. A member motion is a statement submitted for consideration, which can seek change or innovation to current rules and practices within the avocado industry.
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This written notice of a Member Motion must be received by the Chief Executive Officer on or before Tuesday 14 July 2026, being six weeks prior to the AGM.
2025 AGM minutes

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General business
If there are any items of general business you would like discussed at the AGM, please email communications@nzavocado.co.nz before the end of Thursday 14 August 2026. This provides sufficient time to address any specific items in advance and will also help facilitate a timely AGM.
Industry awards
Industry awards will be presented at the NZ Avocado Growers’ Awards at the Annual General Meeting. For more information or to make a nomination, click here
Should you have any further queries, please feel free to contact us at info@nzavocado.co.nz

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WAC 2027
2027-09-06 - 2027-09-14 | South Africa
Planning for the World Avocado Congress 2027 is now underway. The congress will be hosted and organised by the South African Avocado Growers’ Association (SAAGA), the country’s national grower organisation. The programme will feature scientific, technical, and commercial sessions, alongside technical tours that include visits to commercial avocado nurseries, orchards, and packhouses—offering attendees valuable practical insights into industry best practices.
More details on the congress programme are available on the congress website: wac2027.com
For growers interested in attending, NZ Avocado will circulate practical travel advice covering visas, vaccinations, and what to expect on the ground in South Africa, along with coordinated options for group hotel bookings and flights. Beyond the official congress programme, we are also exploring a range of group activities—from sightseeing and cultural experiences to informal networking opportunities—so the trip offers both professional value and a chance to connect with fellow growers. If you’d like to hear more, please register your interest now to stay informed as plans take shape, and we’ll keep you updated on key dates, costs, and booking deadlines as details are confirmed.
Registering your interest is simply a way to stay in the loop—it doesn’t commit you to anything, so there’s no obligation to travel.
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