The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services requires that those engaged as citrus fruit and vegetable dealers execute a Florida Fruit and Vegetable Dealer Bond to ensure compliance with Chapter 601 of the Florida Statutes.
A surety bond protects the party requesting the bond, the Obligee, against any financial losses as a result of poor financial decisions, damages, unethical decisions, or a failure to follow state and local laws on the part of you, the Principal. The Florida Fruit and Vegetable Dealer Bond holds you accountable for your business decisions.
By possessing a Florida Fruit and Vegetable Dealer Bond, you are telling your Obligee that you can be trusted as a Principal and that you stand behind your business decisions.