Nectarines and Peaches Grown in California; Revision of Handling Requirements for Fresh Nectarines and Peaches

This rule amends a prior interim final rule that revised the handling requirements for California nectarines and peaches beginning with 2003 season shipments. This amended rule revises the minimum net weight for five down Euro containers, exempts Peento type peaches from all weight-count standards applicable to round varieties, and clarifies the provisions on the use of variety names. The marketing orders regulate the handling of nectarines and peaches grown in California and are administered locally by the Nectarine Administrative and Peach Commodity Committees (committees). This amended rule would enable handlers to continue shipping fresh nectarines and peaches meeting consumer needs in the interests of producers, handlers, and consumers of these fruits.