Consider advantages of DRC arbitration clause

The Fruit and Vegetable Dispute Resolution Corporation (DRC) recommends that its members encourage their trading partners to join the DRC—ensuring direct jurisdiction in a dispute. DRC recognizes that some companies may choose not to join, particularly those based outside North America, where trade standards and mechanisms such as DRC and PACA are less familiar or widely used.

However, non-members can still access DRC’s dispute resolution services by including a DRC arbitration clause in their contract or marketing agreement.

How it works 

A DRC arbitration clause allows either party to initiate DRC proceedings in the event of a breach of contract or a dispute. Before formal arbitration begins, both parties can access an informal mediation process at no additional cost. If mediation does not resolve the issue, arbitration can proceed according to DRC’s Dispute Resolution Rules.