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How you can use the Horticulture Code to resolve your dispute.

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Don’t Do This

An independent, expert review found that:

“the Horticulture Code’s current dispute resolution  mechanism (mediation) is irrelevant, inappropriate and largely not adopted by parties in the horticulture sector.”

SO DO NOT USE IT

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Use Conciliation & Adjudication

Instead the Horticulture Code provides in cl. 28 that:

Growers and traders may use any dispute resolution procedures they choose to resolve horticulture disputes that arise between them.”

Conciliation & Adjudication were recommend by the expert panel as simple, quick and cost limited processes.

We design the process you need and manage the resolution of the dispute for you.

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Horticulture Dispute Resolver

Derek Minus is an Accredited Dispute Resolver. He can help to resolve your Horticulture dispute NOW.

Derek Minus is the former Commonwealth government Mediation Adviser and was responsible for managing all disputes under the Horticulture industry Code of Conduct.

He knows how the Horticulture Code works – and does not work.

As a barrister, accredited Mediator since 1992 and chartered Arbitrator he works with farmers and farmer groups across various industries.

He has the skills and experience to personally assist you with your dispute.


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The process of resolving your Dispute starts with sending a Notice of Dispute.

It all starts with our FREE service to send your Notice.

Dispute Resolvers is an online platform to connect individuals and businesses with expert mediators and arbitrators for the purpose of resolving disputes.
If you are in a dispute, the FIRST step is to send a formal Notice of Dispute.
We help you take that first step by providing a FREE a fast, easy, online service to
and affordable solution. By using advanced technology, users can access a wide range of services that include online dispute resolution, video mediation and arbitration, and electronic case management.
The platform also provides resources such as articles and guides to assist users in understanding the dispute resolution process. If you are in need of conflict resolution services, visit Dispute Resolvers today and discover how they can assist you in finding a peaceful and satisfactory resolution

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The process of resolving your Dispute starts with sending a Notice of Dispute.

It all starts with our FREE service to send your Notice.

Dispute Resolvers is an online platform to connect individuals and businesses with expert mediators and arbitrators for the purpose of resolving disputes.
If you are in a dispute, the FIRST step is to send a formal Notice of Dispute.
We help you take that first step by providing a FREE a fast, easy, online service to
and affordable solution. By using advanced technology, users can access a wide range of services that include online dispute resolution, video mediation and arbitration, and electronic case management.
The platform also provides resources such as articles and guides to assist users in understanding the dispute resolution process. If you are in need of conflict resolution services, visit Dispute Resolvers today and discover how they can assist you in finding a peaceful and satisfactory resolution

The Horticulture Code of Conduct in Australia is a mandatory industry code prescribed under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010. It regulates trade in horticulture produce between growers and traders (agents and merchants) to ensure dealings are fair and transparent.

Key elements of the Horticulture Code as of my last knowledge update in September 2021, include:

  1. Written Agreements: The code mandates that all trade in horticulture produce between growers and traders must be conducted under written Horticulture Produce Agreements (HPAs).

  2. Clarity and Transparency: The code provides clear rules regarding the terms of payment and the transparency of transactions. This includes clear terms for price determination and the timing of payments.

  3. Dispute Resolution: The Horticulture Code of Conduct includes a dispute resolution process to manage disagreements between growers and traders. This process includes an initial phase of negotiation, followed by mediation and, if necessary, arbitration.

  4. Record Keeping: The Code requires traders to provide growers with detailed information about how their produce has been handled, including price information and reasons for produce rejections.

A grower, trader, or anyone involved in the horticulture supply chain would use the Horticulture Code of Conduct for the following reasons:

  1. Fair Trade: The Code ensures fair and transparent trade in horticulture produce by establishing clear rules for conduct and dealings between growers and traders.

  2. Certainty: The Code requires all agreements to be in writing which provides certainty and clarity to all parties involved.

  3. Dispute Resolution: The Code provides a clear pathway to resolve disputes, helping avoid costly and time-consuming legal battles.

  4. Transparency: The Code improves transparency by requiring traders to provide growers with information about how their produce has been handled and sold.


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The process of resolving your Dispute starts with sending a Notice of Dispute.

It all starts with our FREE service to send your Notice.

Dispute Resolvers is an online platform to connect individuals and businesses with expert mediators and arbitrators for the purpose of resolving disputes.
If you are in a dispute, the FIRST step is to send a formal Notice of Dispute.
We help you take that first step by providing a FREE a fast, easy, online service to
and affordable solution. By using advanced technology, users can access a wide range of services that include online dispute resolution, video mediation and arbitration, and electronic case management.
The platform also provides resources such as articles and guides to assist users in understanding the dispute resolution process. If you are in need of conflict resolution services, visit Dispute Resolvers today and discover how they can assist you in finding a peaceful and satisfactory resolution

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