Canadian Special Crops Association, Winnipeg, MB

The Canadian Special Crops Association (CSCA) is a national trade association established in 1987. It represents companies involved in the merchandising of Canadian pulse and special crops, including bean, chickpea, lentil, pea, canary seed, buckwheat, sunflower seed and mustard seed. The CSCA currently has more than 110 members and partners, ranging from large multi-national organizations to single-plant processors. Together they represent more than 85% of the pulse and special crops produced in Canada. The Association has evolved over the years to reflect the changing scope of member needs in the pulse and special crops industry in Canada. CSCA Mission Statement Canadian Special Crops Association members are committed to deliver integrity, innovation and value to consumers throughout the world. With the head office, located in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the CSCA continually provides information of interest to members and partners, as well as to buyers from around the world. The Association holds an Annual Convention each year in the summer, which serves as the main event for North American special crops industry and attracts delegates from all over the world. Strategic Plan (2011 - 2014) The CSCA has also developed a comprehensive set of Trade and Arbitration Rules which governs trading of the special crops in Canada. The CSCA is a founding member of Pulse Canada, a confederation of pulse industry associations, including Saskatchewan Pulse Growers, Manitoba Pulse Growers, Alberta Pulse Growers and the Ontario Bean Growers. Members and Partners of the CSCA are expected to conduct their business affairs in accordance with the principles established in the CSCA Code of Conduct.

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