(a) It shall be unlawful for any inspector, employee, or agent employed under the provisions of this subchapter, or any inspector licensed under it, to:
(1) Knowingly inspect, grade, or classify improperly any agricultural product;
(2) Knowingly give any incorrect certificate of grade, classification, quality, or condition; or
(3) Accept money or other consideration, directly or indirectly, for any incorrect or improper performance of duty.
(b) It shall be unlawful for any person to improperly influence or attempt to improperly influence any inspector, employee, agent, or licensed inspector in the performance of his or her duties.