7 USC 499b-1 - Products produced in distinct geographic areas

U.S Code last checked for updates: Oct 16, 2024

§ 499b–1.

Products produced in distinct geographic areas

(a)

In general

In the case of a perishable agricultural commodity (as defined under the Perishable Agricultural Commodity Act (7 U.S.C. 499a(4))— 1

 See References in Text note below.

(1)

subject to a Federal marketing order under the Agricultural Marketing Agreement Act of 1937 (7 U.S.C. 601 et seq.);

(2)

traditionally identified as being produced in a distinct geographic area, State, or region; and

(3)

the unique identity, based on such distinct geographic area, of which has been promoted with funds collected through producer contributions pursuant to such marketing order,

no person may use the unique name or geographical designation of such commodity to promote the sale of a similar commodity produced outside such area, State, or region.

(b)

Penalties

(c)

Reimbursement

(d)

Prohibition

(e)

Regulations

(Pub. L. 101–624, title XIII, § 1309, Nov. 28, 1990, 104 Stat. 3562.)

cite as: 7 USC 499b-1