USDA to Hold Public Hearing on Proposed Pecan Marketing Agreement

Summary

The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is hosting a public hearing to consider a proposed marketing agreement and order that would cover pecans grown in 13 states, including Alabama, Arizona, and Texas. The proposal, submitted by the American Pecan Board, aims to collect industry data, conduct research and promotion activities, and regulate aspects of the pecan industry, such as grade, quality, and packaging.