- Major industry role: With decades of expertise, we are recognised as a key player in supplying South Africa’s food basket, moving over 4,000 tons of vegetables in 2024 alone.
- Retail & Catering Specialists: Our client base includes major retailers and catering businesses, all of whom rely on our commitment to high standards.
- Farm-fresh guarantee: We source produce directly from trusted farmers in Philippi and as far as the Garden Route — ensuring unparalleled freshness and traceability.
- Wide product range: Choose from over 60 lines of processed vegetables, expertly sliced, diced, and prepped for your needs.
- Food safety accreditation: Our facility is proud to maintain GFSI certification, reflecting our unwavering commitment to food safety and industry-leading standards.
Welcome to Schultz VPM
Your Trusted Fresh Produce Partner
Supplying Quality Vegetables to Retail and Catering Professionals
Welcome to Schultz VPM, where quality, consistency, and service come together. With nearly 50 years of experience, we have built a legacy as a leading supplier in the retail sector and a trusted partner to the catering industry, specialising in delivering fresh, processed vegetables that support your business’s success.
Why Choose Schultz VPM?
Our Services
- Processed Produce for Retailers: Specialised lines for supermarkets and stores that require consistency, freshness, and precise processing.
- Support for Catering & Restaurants: High-quality prepped vegetables ideal for bulk cooking, events, and food service operations.
- Slicing & Dicing Facility: State-of-the-art high-risk facility ensures hygiene, quality, and safety in every batch.
- In addition to our core offerings, we also provide staging services for another company specializing in exotic mushrooms and baby vegetable lines—tailored specifically for the major supermarkets. This partnership enables us to extend our commitment to quality and freshness, supporting the delivery of premium specialty produce to discerning clients.
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How We Work
- Minimum orders apply: To maintain our quality standards and operational efficiency, we require minimum quantities on all orders. Please contact us for details on product lines and minimums.
- Collection only: While we do not offer delivery, our location is conveniently situated for easy pick-up by retail and catering clients.
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Commitment to Quality & Ethical Practice
Food safety is at the heart of our operations. Our dedicated team — including a Food Technician, HACCP Coordinator, Health & Safety Officer, and Quality Controllers — ensures every product passes rigorous checks. Annual third-party audits and continuous improvement keep us at the forefront of best practice.
“We do take seriously our responsibility, and growing ability, to educate people about healthy eating and giving them greater access to nourishing and affordable fresh food.”
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Our Team
Our success is rooted in our people. We are proud that our workforce is predominantly women-led (from surrounding areas), supported by a diverse and passionate team of 80 employees. Together, we foster a culture of diligence, reliability, and shared growth.
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Contact Us
Ready to partner with Schultz VPM or have questions about our range and ordering process?
Lorinda: 083 4533 446 (Logistics)
lorinda@svpm.co.za
Heidi: 082 338 4995 (Finance)
Highlands Farm, 67 Weltevreden drive, Philippi, Cape Town
heidi@svpm.co.za
Schultz VPM — Nurturing healthy communities with fresh, affordable vegetables, every day.