Education
Learn best practices for dispute prevention.
Mediation
Resolve disputes through our informal mediation process.
Arbitration
Learn step-by-step how to proceed with a claim.
The Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) is a non-profit, member-based organization whose core work is business-to-business private commercial dispute resolution. In other words, the DRC is a referee between parties when the purchase and sale do not go according to plan.
Our members are recognized as preferred buyers and vendors, resulting in improved business networking! You’ll also receive
- Access to our expansive member directory and up to date information on current and potential trading partners
- Greater commercial assurance, thanks to our commitment to fair and ethical business practices.
- One-on-one professional and confidential consultation
Visit our Membership page for additional benefits. All services are provided in English, French and Spanish
The Safe Food for Canadians Regulations came into force January 15, 2019.
In The News
Fresh Produce Alliance welcomes passage of Bill C-280 into law
PRESS RELEASE December 10, 2024 (Ottawa, ON) – Yesterday evening, the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA), the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC), and the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) were thrilled to see Bill C-280, the Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act, pass at third reading in the …
The DRC Expands its Reach and New Directors are Welcomed at the Annual General Meeting
The Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) held a successful Annual General Meeting in Seattle, Washington, on May 30th, 2024. During the meeting, the DRC members elected two new directors to the board. Bryan Nickerson of Western Growers and Cara Porter from Loblaw Companies Limited, have been officially welcomed as the newest additions to …
Fresh Produce Alliance welcomes passage of Bill C-280 in the House of Commons
October 25, 2023 (Ottawa, ON) – On October 25th, the Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC), the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) and the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) were thrilled to see Bill C-280, the Financial Protection for Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Farmers Act, passed at third reading in the House …
Solutions Newsletter Articles
Membership Update for January 2025
Welcome new members! We are delighted to welcome the following members who joined us in January 2025. AGRICOLLIBIO SRL (Also d/b/a Agricollibio), ItalyBOLA DE ORO FRESH SPR DE RL DE CV (También haciendo negocios como Bola de Oro), Oaxaca, MexicoDOMÉNICK IMPORT INC., QC, CanadaJB AND SONS FARM LTD., BC, CanadaKEMET PRODUCE INC. (Also d/b/a Kemet …
Questions on the Impact of DRC’s Jurisdictional Amendment
After the publication of our article, “DRC’s Jurisdiction Expansion,” several members and industry stakeholders raised questions about the potential impact of these changes on disputes involving parties outside of North America (Mexico, the United States, or Canada). Specifically, many are curious about how the new rules affect the seat of arbitration, the location of hearings, …
Celebrating 25 Years
The DRC Story The Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) is excited to share that 2025 marks our 25th anniversary, a milestone in our journey that underscores our long-standing commitment to the fresh produce industry. In the late 1990s, a process was initiated to establish the DRC. This process took time to develop. The …
DRC’s Jurisdiction Expansion
During the June 2024 DRC Board of Directors (BoD) Meeting, the BoD approved amendments to the DRC Operating Rules to eliminate the requirement that disputes involve products entering commerce in Canada, Mexico, or the United States. Prior to these amendments, members could only file a Notice of Dispute (NOD) to initiate the informal mediation process …
Membership Update for December, 2024
Welcome new members! We are delighted to welcome the following members who joined us in December 2024. 9530-2576 QUEBEC INC., QC, CanadaAGAPE INNOVATIONS GROUP INC. (Also d/b/a Santana Fruits & More Canada Co.), ON, CanadaATLAS DEAL (A d/b/a of Ahmed Abousaboun), MB, CanadaFARAH IMPEX LTD., ON, CanadaFRUITFEAST PRODUCE INC., ON, CanadaINTIFRESH DEL SUR SAC (También …
Membership Update for November, 2024
List of New Members | Membership Change in Status | Expulsion Notice Welcome new members! We are pleased to welcome the following 15 new members in November 2024. DAN AVILA & SONS PACKING INC., CA, United StatesJOUMA PACK, Souss-Massa, MoroccoGERALD’S AVOCADOS S.A. DE C.V. (También haciendo negocios como Gerald’s Avocados), Michoacan, Mexico1867 PRODUCE INC., ON, CanadaRANA …
