Pistachios Grown in California; Order Regulating Handling

This rule establishes a marketing agreement and order (order) for pistachios grown in California. The order sets standards for the quality of pistachios produced and handled in California by establishing a maximum aflatoxin tolerance level, maximum limits for defects, a minimum size requirement, and mandatory inspection and certification. An eleven-member committee, consisting of eight producers, two handlers, and one public member, will locally administer the program. The program will be financed by assessments on handlers of pistachios grown in the production area. The program is designed to enhance grower returns through the delivery of higher-quality pistachios to consumers.