USDA Updates Size Standards for Washington Sweet Cherries
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The Agricultural Marketing Service has issued a final rule to update the federal marketing order for sweet cherries grown in designated Washington counties. This action implements a recommendation from the Washington Cherry Marketing Committee to adjust how these fruits are graded and packaged.
Why it matters: This is a technical adjustment to existing agricultural regulations. It does not create new laws or change who can sell cherries, but it does change the physical specifications that packers must meet for certain varieties. For most people, this is a behind-the-scenes update to industry standards that ensures consistency in how Washington cherries are sized and labeled.
Who it affects
- Washington sweet cherry growers and packers
This rule was published by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service in the Federal Register, and readers should consult the official document for specific size measurements and effective dates.
Agency: Agriculture Department, Agricultural Marketing Service
Source: Federal Register — read the official document