The Founding Consortium
A Stronger Future Through Collaboration
We are bringing together a diverse group of industry experts to help develop, test, and refine the VSC specialty coffee framework.
Join UsRepresenting the Entire Coffee Value Chain
Exporters
Importers
Roasters
Q Graders & Quality Experts
Scientists & Academics
Industry Partners
Share Expertise
Contribute practical and technical knowledge.
Develop Criteria
Help define how coffee quality should be evaluated.
Review & Refine
Challenge assumptions and improve the framework.
Pilot the Process
Test the framework in real conditions.
Interested in Making a Difference?
Join UsSafeguarding independence: Consortium members will help shape the framework, but they will not approve their own coffee or vote on a competitor’s certification.