1. (a) Decay affects any portion of the pepper, except the stem.
2. (b) Insect injury affects any portion of the pepper, except the hard core. However, the presence of the insect in the pepper shall be considered cause for rejection.

Bell Peppers shall be considered as damaged when:

Note: Authority cited: Sections 407 and 42684, Food and Agricultural Code. Reference: Sections 42941 and 42950, Food and Agricultural Code.

History

1. New section filed 7-7-55; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 55, No. 10).

2. Renumbering from Section 1400 filed 1-21-75; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 75, No. 4).

3. Amendment filed 11-10-82; effective thirtieth day thereafter (Register 82, No. 46).