Our Founder's Expertise and Industry Leadership
At SMK Consulting, we're not just consultants – we're experts with rich, hands-on experience in the agricultural industry.
Our founder, Scott McKenzie, has held numerous high-profile positions and has cultivated an in-depth understanding of the industry's challenges and opportunities.
As the Chairman of the South African Citrus Nurserymen’s Association (SACNA), a member of the executive committee for the International Society of Citrus Nurserymen (ISCN), and Vice Chairman of the Avocado Nurserymen’s Association (ANA), Scott has been at the forefront of agricultural innovation and progress.
Our services are drawn from Scott’s practical experience.
As the Managing Director and co-founder of Mulicrop Nursery, he set up production systems and worked with a wide range of growers across southern Africa, helping them establish successful Avocado farming operations.
Scott’s tenure at Du Roi Halls Nursery was focused on developing a protocol for effective clonal avocado production. He worked closely with prominent avocado growers, optimizing their planting and production systems—a testament to our commitment to tailor-made solutions for each farmer.
As the Technical Manager for Sub Saharan Africa at Citrogold, Scott guided growers to make informed decisions about their varieties and optimize tree growth, deepening his expertise in citrus agriculture.
At Cederberg Tree Nursery, Scott demonstrated his ability to drive efficiency and maximize output by increasing productivity from approximately 100,000 trees per year to over 800,000 trees per year.
Expertise-Driven Agricultural Consulting Services
At SMK Consulting, we are built on a foundation of practical experience, scientific knowledge, and a deep understanding of the agricultural sector. With Scott at the helm, SMK Consulting is not just a consulting firm but a partner that growers can trust to provide honest, unbiased, and effective agricultural advice based on a wealth of experience and expertise.