U.S. No. 1.

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§ 51.2646 U.S. No. 1.

“U.S. No. 1” consists of sweet cherries which meet the following requirements:

(a) Similar varietal characteristics;

(b) Mature;

(c) Fairly well colored;

(d) Well formed; and

(e) Clean.

(f) Free from:

(1) Decay;

(2) Insect larvae or holes caused by them;

(3) Soft, overripe or shriveled;

(4) Undeveloped doubles; and,

(5) Sunscald.

(g) Free from damage by any other cause. (See § 51.2655.)

(h) Size. Unless otherwise specified, the minimum diameter of each cherry shall be not less than three-fourths inch. The maximum diameter of the cherries in any lot may be specified in accordance with the facts.

(i) For tolerances see § 51.2648.


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