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
- 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 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 …
Bill C-280 passes House of Commons Committee with all-party support.
June 22, 2023 (Ottawa, ON) – Yesterday, 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 by the House of Commons Standing Committee on …
The Board of Directors of the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) appoints a new Chair and Vice-Chair.
The DRC held a successful AGM in Whistler, BC, on June 1st, 2023, which included a momentous announcement. Two of the most distinguished and influential fresh produce industry leaders, Glenn Baty, former Chair, and Matt McInerney, former Vice-Chair, ended their term with the DRC Board of Directors. Glenn and Mat joined the DRC as early …
Solutions Newsletter Articles
The DRC welcomes sixteen new members in October 2023!
We are pleased to announce that between October 1st and 31st, 2023, the DRC welcomed a total of 16 new members: ATOB TRADE COMPANY INC. (Also d/b/a Unborder) | CA, United StatesCAN-ON IMPORTERS INC. | ON, CanadaDECAS CRANBERRY PRODUCTS, INC. | MA, United StatesDELFLAND INC. (Faisant également affaire sous Delfland / Au gré des Vents) …
Romaine Lettuce from the United States
Navigating Regulatory Import Requirements and Contractual Obligations Romaine lettuce from the United States (U.S.) is in full swing. It is important to remind the industry to be informed of Canadian regulatory import requirements and aware of contract expectations for this commodity. Multiple cases of E. coli O157:H7 illnesses in Canada have been linked back to …
The DRC welcomes ten new members in September 2023!
We are pleased to announce that between September 1st and September 30th, 2023, the DRC welcomed a total of 10 new members: A-1 BAGS & SUPPLIES INC. (Also d/b/a A-1 Cash And Carry) | ON, CanadaBTRUST SUPERMARKET (A d/b/a of 2202693 Ontario Inc.) | ON, CanadaCITRUS MOGADOR SARL (Faisant également affaire sous Citrus M | …
How to Keep Your Membership in Good Standing
By providing standards, procedures, and education, the DRC helps its members avoid commercial disputes through consultation, mediation, and arbitration services. For the benefit of the produce trade, DRC members agree to conform to the articles, by-laws, and operating rules of the DRC. Each member must agree to submit disputes to arbitration in accordance with the …
Disposing of a Shipment with No Commercial Value
There is considerable uncertainty surrounding the responsibilities of a buyer or receiver in cases where they need to dispose of a portion or the entirety of a shipment that no longer holds any commercial value upon receipt. Section 9 of the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) Trading Standards clarifies: “Reasonable cause for destroying …
DRC Welcomes 14 New Members in August 2023!
We are pleased to announce that between August 1 to August 31, 2023, the DRC welcomed a total of 14 new members: 15029147 CANADA INC. | BC CanadaABIDJAN SERVICES ALIMENTAIRES INC. | QC CanadaAGROEXPORTADORA SOL DE OLMOS S.A.C. | Lima PeruCITRUS DEV FES | MoroccoFAIRFIELD FARMS (A d/b/a of 702195 Ontario Inc.) | ON CanadaFRESH …
