When you join the Nursery and Garden Industry Victoria, you will gain access to benefits that will enable you to improve your business operations and overall profitability.

There are many reasons why an allied trader should join the NGIV, but the most important of these is the effect it may have on your bottom line. You will be better positioned against competitors, with resources to aid in business development and opportunities to gain direct access to members of the Nursery and Garden Industry Victoria, your key target audience.

Lobbying

The Nursery and Garden Industry Victoria works closely with government on related issues such as water security and climate change.  This in the past has had significant outcomes, with excellent benefit to the business of allied traders with the implementation of Stage 3A water restrictions.

Core Benefit

Networking

Networking is one of the most effective ways to develop and expand your market share. The leads NGIV members get provide them with the inside running in Business to Business selling.  

Join NGIV and expand the opportunities for your own business to effectively network with the best the industry has to offer.

Technical Advice and Support

NGIV offers a gateway to the most effective industry specific training available. Membership provides access to a variety of tailored training, technical advice and direct assistance.

We also have Industry Development Officers dedicated to helping you improve your horticultural business. Our Development Officers are highly respected throughout industry, holding a wealth of experience that will assist you. This is typically all just a phone call or email away.

Trade Day

As a member of NGIV your business is able to sell its' products at the largest horticultural trade day in the Southern Hemisphere.

Gain monthly access to literally hundreds of retailers from four states. Casual or Permanent stand holders enjoy a direct marketing opportunity that's:

> Cost effective

> Targeted

> And directly supported by a dedicated staff at minimal cost to you.

Website

This is an ever evolving part of the NGIV's communication channels.

Currently, we can advertise any positions vacant on our website. This is a section of the website that receives the most ‘hits' and is steadily growing, as industry recognises this as a key resource for filling professional positions within the Nursery and Garden Industry.

Add On Benefits

> Member Discounts to Training - All training events are offered to members at a substantial saving.

> Profiles in Groundswell, the best horticultural trade magazine in Australia - Groundswell regularly features profiles and informative articles on NGIV members and their businesses.

> Cost effective access to the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show - NGIV members who wish to sell product at MIFGS are given a 20% reduction in site charges; typically more than the cost of membership. Members also receive two free tickets to the event.

> On Site Visits from our Development Officers, or immediate over the phone assistance.

> Industrial Relations Advice - Access to timely advice and updates on relevant awards, all free of charge.

Why You Need to Join

Your aim is to develop a successful business. To grow sales, lower costs and build a competitive advantage. Membership of NGIV is one of the best steps you can take to deliver all these benefits to your business as an allied trader.

 

Want to discuss membership further?  Please phone us on 9576 0599 or Freecall 1800 032 109