COME JOIN US AT NZIFST
Membership of the New Zealand Institute of Food Science & Technology (NZIFST) is open to anyone who has an interest in or is employed in the food processing and manufacturing industry.
NEW MEMBERSHIP - Please tick your selection below and complete the on-line form
UPGRADING from STANDARD to PROFESSIONAL - Please download and complete
Membership Level |
Cost per Year |
Who can apply |
| Student - Other | NZD $25.00 |
Full time students at an approved NZ tertiary institution. Membership renews on Feb 1st. |
| Student - UoA | NZD $20.00 |
Full time students at the University of Auckland receive a $5 subsidy, which is paid for by the University. Membership renews on Feb 1st. |
| Graduate Yr 1 | NZD $91.30 |
Members in their first year after completing their studies are entitled to Graduate Year-1 membership. The next year they upgrade to Graduate Year-2 membership. Membership renews on the anniversary of your join date. |
| Graduate Yr 2 | NZD $182.70 |
Members who are one year on from completing their degree may apply for Graduate year-2 membership. In their 3rd year after completing their degree they will be upgraded to Standard membership. Membership renews on the anniversary of your join date. |
| Standard | NZD $274.00 |
Anyone who is active in any aspect of food science, food technology, food engineering or food related disciplines. Membership renews on the anniversary of your join date. |
| Professional | NZD $274.00 |
Applicants for this membership level must provide evidence of competency in their profession through a combination of academic study, continuing professional development and work experience in the food industry. Please complete the attached form to include with your application. Membership renews on the anniversary of your join date. |
If you live overseas, both Standard and Professional Memberships can be applied for, and the fee is GST exclusive. Please make sure to list your Branch as Overseas in your application form to receive this discount.
Retired membership is open to individuals who are over 65 years old and no longer receiving an income from the food industry as an employee or consultant. This comes with a 50% discount, so please tick the Retired box on your application form to receive this discount.