Do you grow wine grapes, make wine or partner with the wine industry? We’d like you to become part of our community.
AS A VINPRO MEMBER YOU…
1. Can focus on growing your business, while we level the playing field
Vinpro oversees the strategic investment of statutory levies by advocating on behalf of its members on legislative, trade, socio-economic and technical issues through liaison with Government, civil society & industry.
2. Are kept updated on industry news, trends and technical innovation.
Receive the monthly WineLand magazine, as well as notifications of pertinent issues and dates, as well as discount on selected events such as the Nedbank Vinpro Information Day in January.
3. Gain access to a full spectrum of services and products, from the soil to the shelf.
From GIS maps and soil science and viticulture consultation to quality vine plant material, agricultural economic assistance, BEE advice, IT business management software and coordination of wine tourism.
4. Are part of a network of industry expertise.
Vinpro works closely with industry business units WOSA, Winetech and SAWIS, as well as other wine-related institutions, technical groups and associations. If we can’t help, we know who can.
WHO CAN BECOME A VINPRO MEMBER?
Vinpro has four membership categories, each with its own prerequisites and fees:
1. WINE GRAPE PRODUCER
Produce at least 5 tons of wine grapes and/or deliver it to a cellar for the production of wine, spirits or juice, as a SAWIS member.
2. WINE GRAPE AND WINE PRODUCER (Private Cellar/Wine Estate)
Produce at least 5 tons of wine grapes and make wine from it for marketing purposes, as a SAWIS member.
3. WINE PROCESSOR (Producer cellar)
Process at least 5 (five) tons of wine grapes to make wine, spirits or juice, as a SAWIS member.
4. ASSOCIATED MEMBER
Partners in the grape and wine supply chain, e g farm manager, viticulturist, winemaker, researcher, cultivar association, supplier or financial institution. No SAWIS membership required.
YOU’RE INTERESTED, NOW WHAT?
Download and submit the following application, resolution and consent forms, or let us contact you.
WINE GRAPE PRODUCER: Application Form, Resolution Form and Consent Form.
WINE GRAPE & WINE PRODUCER (Private Cellar/Wine Estate): Application Form, Resolution Form and Consent Form.
WINE PROCESSOR (Producer Cellar): Application Form, Resolution Form and Consent Form.
ASSOCIATED MEMBER: Application Form, Resolution Form and Consent Form.
Please complete and submit ALL THREE FORMS to member@vinpro.co.za