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Perishable Agricultural Commodities Act (PACA)

Working in partnership with the fruit and vegetable industry, PACA facilitates fair trade practices through education, mediation, arbitration, licensing and enforcement. Contact us at 800-495-7222
Education and Training

NEW * Click here and watch a 3 minute introduction about PACA Online PACA Training Seminars and Presentations Articles, Interviews and Brochures Produce Inspection Training Program Frequently Asked Questions - En Español Industry Trade Terms Top Ten Contract Issues Causing Confusion in the Produce Industry - En Español
Dispute Resolution

General Information How to File an Informal Complaint Mediation Services
Licensing

Why a PACA License is Necessary Who Needs a PACA License How to Complete a PACA License Application License Application (PDF) Search Current Licensees using PACA SEARCH License and Employment Bonds License Restrictions and Bond Requirements *NEW PACA License Fee Increase Effective October 1, 2010 NEW * Industry Letter on PACA License Fee Increase**
Fair Trade Enforcement

Reporting Unfair Trade Practices *NEW Impact of Post-Default Agreements on Trust Protection Eligibility - Final Rule** NEW * You can now dial 800-495-7222 and select option 6 to speak with a PACA Misbranding Officer.

Additional Information


		PACA Overview


		PACA Statute


		Sample PACA Reparation Cases by Subject Matter


		PACA Commodities List


		PACA Good Delivery Guidelines


		PACA Office Directory


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		PACA Regulations


		Complaint Rules of Practice


		Disciplinary Rules of Practice


		PACA Rulemaking


		Trust Protection


		How to Preserve Trust Rights


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