United States Standards for Grades of Greenhouse Tomatoes

Resumo

The Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), prior to undertaking research and other work associated with revising official grade standards, is soliciting comments on the petition to revise the United States Standards for Grades of Greenhouse Tomatoes. At a recent meeting of the Fruit and Vegetable Industry Advisory Committee, AMS was asked to review all fresh fruit and vegetable grade standards for usefulness in serving the industry. As a result, AMS has noted that the method for determining percentages of defects and size classifications for greenhouse tomatoes needs to be revised to stay in line with current marketing practices. Additionally, AMS is seeking comments regarding any other revisions that may be necessary to better serve the industry.