As applied to Oregon grades (OAR 603-051-0005):

1. (1) The numerical count or the minimum diameter of the apples packed in a closed container shall be indicated on the container.
2. (2) When the numerical count is not shown, the minimum diameter shall be plainly stamped, stenciled, or otherwise marked on the container in terms of whole inches, or whole inches and not less than eighth inch fractions thereof, in accordance with the facts. Net weight shall be similarly marked in terms of whole pounds, avoirdupois, in accordance with the facts.

3. (3) Only the following abbreviations are approved and permitted for marking grade on containers:

   1. (a) Ore. Ex. Fcy. — Oregon Extra Fancy;
   2. (b) Ore. Fcy. — Oregon Fancy;
   3. (c) Ore. C — Oregon C;
   4. (d) Ore. Hail — Oregon Hail;
   5. (e) Comb. — Combination (used in conjunction with combination grades).

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS 561.190 & 632.900 - 632.980

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 632.900 - 632.980

History

AD 926(12-70), f. 9-2-70, ef. 10-1-70
AD 787(11-64), f. 8-12-64, ef. 9-1-64