The PACA trust applies to “perishable agricultural commodities” received by a commission merchant, dealer, or broker. ... The PSA trust applies to packers and live poultry dealers which may include: poultry, livestock or swine farms; meat and poultry packing facilities; and grocery stores.

What is covered under PACA?

PACA covers perishable agricultural commodities, which are defined by the PACA statute as fresh fruits and fresh vegetables of every kind and character, whether or not frozen or packed in ice. ... For example, mushrooms are covered by PACA and they are not fruits or vegetables, they are a fungus.

What is the purpose of PACA?

The primary purposes of the PACA are to prevent unfair and fraudulent conduct in the marketing and selling of perishable agricultural commodities and to facilitate the orderly flow of perishable agricultural commodities in interstate and foreign commerce.