Grower meeting and industry update: Katikati, 29 October 2025
2025-10-29 17:00 (Pacific/Auckland) | Katikati Rugby & Football club Fairview Road, Katikati 3129
NZ Avocado invites you to attend a Grower meeting and Industry update in Katikati on 29 October. Discussions will include the wind event, an update on the support available, and a wider industry update. MPI on Farm support and Rural Support Trust will be in attendance. This event is sponsored by Barfoot & Thompson.
A BBQ will be provided. Come along for a relaxed BBQ and a chance to connect with other growers. This is an opportunity to share experiences, ask questions, and hear from speakers who can provide practical information and advice. All growers are welcome – no cost to attend.
Time: 5pm
When: Wednesday 29 October
Where: Katikati Rugby Football Club: Fairview Road, Katikati 3129
What’s on offer:

Free BBQ and refreshments
Space to talk with other growers
Industry update

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact info@nzavocado.co.nz
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AvoGreen training: Kerikeri, 26 November 2025
2025-11-26 09:00 - 15:00 | 153 Waipapa Road, Kerikeri 2095
Our next AvoGreen training in the Far North will be held on Wednesday 26 November 2025. Training is held at Seeka Kerikeri 153 Waipapa Road, Kerikeri 2095.
AvoGreen is a registered training programme for pest monitoring under the Ministry for Primary Industry, managed by NZ Avocado.
This will be a theory session followed by a practical session. Beginning at 9am and finishing 2.30 or 3pm.
What to bring:
-10X lens magnifying glass,
-glasses if you need them for close-up vision,
-orchard-appropriate footwear,
-jacket if it looks like rain.
Magnifying glasses can be purchased:

https://store.pggwrightson.co.nz/blaxall-optics-magnifying-glass-folding-115256?srsltid=AfmBOoqlZnp4PKDXagHNApnchmP-8GYIdxNN67SUrsbuTVwnJmiFBrcW
https://magnifiers.nz/products/10x-magnipros-hand-stand-magnifier?_pos=1&_sid=8cbe8cc86&_ss=r

The training program adheres to a predetermined timeline that should be observed. Following the theory session, you will be required to attend at least three practical sessions and pass 10 online multi-choice assessments (open book). As per clause 4 of the AvoGreen training terms and conditions, AvoLearn online assessments must be completed within four months from start date.
You can expect training to take a minimum of four months and up to 12 months due to seasonal presence of pests required to be identified. There is a cost of $450 which includes the face to face training, online assessments, and 3 practical sessions.
Please note, that we require a minimum of four attendees to run the session.
If you have any questions, please contact avolearn@nzavocado.co.nz
If you wish to attend, please fill the form below to RSVP.

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Kerikeri - 26 November 2025
Please read these terms & conditions carefully
The terms & conditions under the requirements of the AvoGreen® pest monitoring training programme: 1. I understand this is a training programme based on adult learning principles and as such I am responsible for my learning outcomes.
2. The invoice for the AvoGreen pest monitoring course will be paid within seven days of receiving the invoice and prior to commencement of training.
3. I will complete the AvoGreen pest monitoring training programme within 12 months of the start date.
4. I will have completed the AvoLearn online assessments within four months from start date.
5. I will have undertaken at least one field training within three months from the start date. If I am unable to undertake a field training in this period, a reason for my absence will be communicated to the Trainer within this period of time.
6. If I have not made contact with the trainer after 12 months or have not engaged in the training process after repeated conversations with the trainer, I will be withdrawn from the AvoGreen training programme. If I wish to continue training in the future, I understand that I will have to undertake the training from the beginning, paying full price.
7. If I wish to terminate my training, I will inform my trainer on the understanding that I will be withdrawn from the AvoGreen pest monitoring programme
8. If I wish to continue training at a further date, I will be required to re-register and undertake the training from the beginning, paying full price.
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