2026 UPDATE: A NEW REVISED CODE HAS BEEN RELEASED
GET READY FOR THESE CHANGES WITH NZFGC’S UPDATED CODE TRAINING
EMAIL US TO BOOK IN HOUSE OR OPEN SESSION TRAINING: ADMIN@FGC.ORG.NZ
The NZ Food and Grocery Council offers a practical training programme to help suppliers understand and comply with the Grocery Supply Code – get Code-Confident!
Our Programme
Understanding both the rules and the intent of the Grocery Code is essential for suppliers to negotiate confidently and compliantly – even while the Code is under review, compliance remains critical. Delivered through open and in-house workshops, the programme equips teams with the knowledge and tools to apply the Code confidently in day-to-day dealings.
We’ve designed a practical, case-based training programme to help suppliers get Code-smart. It’s tailored for all customer-facing roles – sales, marketing, category, and supply chain – and includes:
- Open, virtual, and in-house workshops
- Guidance on the Grocery Industry Competition Act and Code obligations
- Real-world scenarios and supplier-retailer case studies
- Advice on raising concerns and working constructively with the Code
Programme Training Options
2026 COMPLETE CODE TRAINING
New to the Grocery Code? What You Need to Know.
This full-day, in-person or virtual workshop is designed for those who are new to the grocery industry or have not yet completed introductory training on the Grocery Supply Code. The training has a key focus on lessons and application of the Code’s first 18 months, offering a comprehensive introduction to the Code and its role in supporting fair and transparent supplier–retailer relationships. Inclusive for all roles, including sales, marketing, category management, and supply chain.
Email admin@fgc.org.nz to register for the next session or organise an in-house.
UPCOMING SESSIONS – BOOK TODAY
20 Jan – Auckland
10 Feb – Auckland
3 March – Auckland
5 March – Christchurch
2026 CODE TRAINING REFRESHER
The Grocery Code changes – Training Refresher.
This practical half-day refresher session is designed for teams who have previously completed training on the Grocery Supply Code of Conduct and covers the new 2026 changes to the Code. It provides training on the recent changes, and a timely refresher on how the Code is operating 18 months after implementation – what has changed in practice, and how suppliers can apply it effectively in day-to-day interactions with retailers.
Email admin@fgc.org.nz to register for the next session or organise an in-house.
UPCOMING SESSIONS – BOOK TODAY
12 Feb – Auckland
Sign up for training today! Email: admin@fgc.org.nz
On completion of the programme, participants will be invited to complete an assessment, and on successful completion of that, they will be awarded the NZFGC Code of Conduct certificate ✓
This training and certification are intended to compliment the typical trade practices training that suppliers undertake. This programme has been developed with NZFGC’s learning partner, NextGen Group. NextGen has extensive experience in training both suppliers and retailers in Australia, partnering with the Australian Food and Grocery Council for nearly a decade and training more than 5,000 executives in that time