The VCA is an association of vegetable crop consultants who have a proven track record of excellence in their particular subjects. The VCA links and supports its members.
Technical Services Through VCA Members
We provide consultancy, advice and research services to leading growers, produce marketing organisations and retailers on the whole range of vegetables including brassicas, alliums, salads, roots, cucurbits, herbs, legumes, and all protected crops
Expertise extends to all aspects of crop production, storage, marketing and business management.
Many consultants have both local and international experience. Overseas enquires are welcomed.
The VCA holds a register of members specialist skills and can thus effectively target commissioned projects. Members of the VCA will combine their skills where multi-disciplines are required on a single project.
What is the VCA?
The VCA is an association of horticultural consultants who have a proven track record of excellence in their particular subjects.
The VCA links and supports its members.
What does the VCA do?
It provides an enquiry point where new consultancy, advice and research projects can be coordinated to meet the needs of all customers, both small and large.
Through the VCA, members can also collectively identify and address specific issues which affect them and the industry.
VCA Standards
The VCA sets professional standards for its members who:
- Are independent of manufacturers or trade associations
- Have comprehensive hands-on experience
- Are fully insured
- BASIS registered (where appropriate)
- Provide complete confidentiality