Membership
Any person growing avocados for commercial purposes in New Zealand may join the NZAGA.
Ordinary Membership to the NZAGA is created through the application and granting of a Property Identification Number (P-PIN) for the orchard. There is a one-off charge for this PIN which is currently $70 +GST.
This P-PIN is required for use in postal votes, at NZAGA general meetings and special general meetings. As a member of the NZAGA your details will be added to the industry database and you will receive all relevant industry information, including a copy of the quarterly industry magazine AvoScene.
How is the PPIN Number Assigned?
The P-Pin is a four digit number that is unique to a property as defined by its valuation number. A fifth digit will be added to indicate the grower/supplier of the fruit from the property, as this may be different from the owner.
What if I have multiple orchards?
If you have multiple valuation numbers, then a unique PIN will be randomly assigned to each valuation number.
If you have multiple valuation numbers, then a unique PIN will be randomly assigned to each valuation number.
What if I sell my property - or buy another one?
As the PPIN is land based regardless of ownership, the PIN remains with the property.
As the PPIN is land based regardless of ownership, the PIN remains with the property.
What happens if I subdivide my property?
When a property is subdivided and sold, a new valuation number is assigned to each portion of the property. The existing valuation number and PIN remain with a smaller portion of the original property and each new valuation number will be randonly allocated another PIN.
When a property is subdivided and sold, a new valuation number is assigned to each portion of the property. The existing valuation number and PIN remain with a smaller portion of the original property and each new valuation number will be randonly allocated another PIN.
Do I advise any party of change of ownership?
All changes must be advised in writing to the AIC.
All changes must be advised in writing to the AIC.
If you have any queries regarding NZAGA membership, subscription to the AvoScene magazine, or would like some further information please contact the Avocado Industry Council office.
