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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 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
Temperature recording and monitoring of perishable goods for the transport refrigeration industry
Thankfully technology is available by Transport Refrigeration Unit (TRU) manufacturers that can help ensure cold chain quality and integrity of critical perishable cargo. Current technology can provide on the spot printouts as well as USB downloads of temperature values, set points, date & time stamps along with other informative data pertaining to the operation of …
ATTENTION FOREIGN SUPPLIERS! Here’s how to send fresh produce to Canada as an NRI.
Does your foreign business wish to send fresh produce to Canada? If so, you must go through a licenced Canadian importer or become a non-resident importer (NRI) if your business qualifies. In order to bring fresh produce into Canada, you must obtain a licence under the Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SFCR) and likely will …
Accessing Government Quality / Condition Inspection Reports
According to the Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) Trading Standards and Good Inspection Guidelines, if your fresh produce arrives in a deteriorated condition, the buyer or receiver is responsible for requesting a government inspection to demonstrate the load is in poor condition. Generally, after the inspection, the applicant will receive the inspection report …
Membership Update – March 2024
Welcome new members! We are pleased to welcome the following 16 new members during the month of March 2024: ANAVARA LIMITED (Also d/b/a JusFres), BC, CanadaARONA TRADING, SA., Lima PeruDA PRODUCE GUYS (A d/b/a of 1710709 Ontario Inc.), ON, CanadaFALCONS GLOBAL CORPORATION, ON, CanadaFRUIT WORLD COMPANY, INC., CA, United StatesGOSAL TRUCKING LTD., BC, CanadaGRUPO COMERCIAL …
Dealing with a Bad Load? Your Options as a Buyer/Receiver Revealed.
As a Free on Board (FOB) buyer/receiver, it is important to understand what actions to take if you receive a product that does not meet the contract terms or DRC’s Good Arrival Guidelines. Additionally, on a FOB transaction, once the carrier picks up the product, the buyer/receiver becomes the owner of the load. But what …
Membership Update – February 2024
Welcome new members! We are pleased to welcome the following 15 new members during the month of February: 1 MILL ROAD WINERY LTD., BC, Canada9311-3652 QUEBEC INC., QC, CanadaAGRILEZA CANADA INC., AB, CanadaALIMENTS JANNA (Faisant également affaire sous 9481-022, QC, CanadaCOMERCIALIZADORA TROPIEXPRESS S.A. DE C.V., Puebla, MexicoGLYCAN FOOD LIMITED, BC, CanadaHAO FU FARM LTD., ON, …
