PURPOSE: This rule explains the interpretation made by the department regarding the definition of grain in section 276.401(14), RSMo.

Editor’s Note: The secretary of state has determined that the publication of this rule in its entirety would be unduly cumbersome or expensive. The entire text of the material referenced has been filed with the secretary of state. This material may be found at the Office of the Secretary of State or at the headquarters of the agency and is available to any interested person at a cost established by state law.

1. (1) Rice shall be regulated as grain in addition to any grain for which the United States Department of Agriculture has established standards under the United States Grain Standards Act.

AUTHORITY: sections 276.401, RSMo (Supp. 1987) and 276.406, RSMo (1986).* Original rule filed March 12, 1982, effective June 11, 1982. Amended: Filed Jan. 11, 1985, effective May 26, 1985. Amended: Filed Feb. 27, 1991, effective July 8, 1991. *Original authority: 276.401, RSMo (1980), amended 1986, 1987 and 276.406, RSMo (1980), amended 1986.