USDA Updates Lemon Grades to Spotlight Seedless Varieties Finally
Published Date: 9/11/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The USDA is updating lemon grading rules to include a new category called "seedless lemons." This change affects lemon growers, sellers, and buyers by setting clear standards and labeling rules for seedless lemons. The update helps everyone know exactly what they’re getting, with no extra costs or delays expected.
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 2 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
New "Seedless Lemons" Grade
The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service is adding a new grade called "seedless lemons" to the U.S. Standards for Grades of Lemons. This tells buyers and sellers exactly what the term "seedless lemons" means so people know what they are getting; the proposal says no extra costs or delays are expected.
Marking Rules for Seedless Lemons
The proposal adds marking (labeling) requirements for lemons that meet the seedless definition. This affects growers, packers, and sellers who must use the marking rules when marketing seedless lemons, and the proposal states no extra costs or delays are expected.
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