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Certified Crop Advisers Serving Canadian Agriculture 13,188 CCAs across North America Voluntary program administered locally in 38 jurisdictions throughout Canada and United States All provinces except Quebec Also possible programs in India, Brazil, Mexico and Argentina CCA Standards These standards include: Exams to demonstrate command of the science and principles involved in crop production Experience minimums to demonstrate the ability to apply the knowledge they possess Continuing Education to insure continued excellence Exams A CCA must pass two comprehensive exams International Exam – covering agronomic practices and principles Ontario Exam– covering specific agronomic practices and conditions for the province Both based on specific performance objectives Gaining certification is not easy! On the average, just 60% of those seeking CCA status and sitting for the exams actually achieve certification! Exams cover: Nutrient management Soil and water management Integrated pest management Crop management Experience Requirement 2 years crop advising with a minimum of a B.Sc. degree in Agronomy, or 3 years with a diploma, or 4 years post secondary school in-field experience All this must be documented with transcripts and references A signed Code of Ethics is also required. Continuing Education Every CCA must earn 40 hours of continuing education every 2 years once certified, in order to continue to maintain CCA certification plus pay an annual renewal fee. * *