Washington State Agricultural
Mediation Program

At What Point Do I Utilize Mediation?
After local efforts have been exhausted working on a determination, program applicants will be offered mediation. The mediation process is voluntary for both parties. Your decision whether or not to participate in mediation does not restrict any future due process or legal action you may want to take.

What Is The Process?
After your written request has been received, The Fulcrum Institute Dispute Resolution Clinic will delegate your information to a Dispute Resolution Center in or around your county. A person from Fulcrum will contact you, schedule the mediation and answer any questions you may have.

What Is The Cost?
There is no cost to the Producer or your local USDA. Fulcrum Institute Dispute Resolution Clinic has received a grant to pay for administrative costs and the cost incurred in the mediation.

What If I Have More Questions?
If you want more information, please contact your local USDA or Fulcrum Institute DRC. Both places have a detailed booklet that may help you.

What Can Be Mediated?
(Under The State Mediation Program)
If you are having a dispute with participating USDA agencies regarding a determination, you may formally request mediation.