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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 12Pt. 2Ch. 1§ 25412 Poultry Grower Definition

§ 25412 Poultry Grower Definition

Food and Agricultural Code·California
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§ 25412 Poultry Grower Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •A 'producer' is someone who raises chickens or other poultry to sell as meat.
  • •They must do this for at least three weeks to make the birds bigger and heavier.
  • •This rule is about people who grow poultry as a business, not just for fun or personal use.

Example

A farmer raises chickens in their backyard to sell at the local market.

If the farmer keeps the chickens for at least three weeks to fatten them up before selling, they are considered a 'producer' under this law.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 25412 Poultry Grower Definition

“Producer” means any person that is engaged in the business of growing any poultry, which is marketed as poultry meat, for a period of three weeks or more for the purpose of increasing the size and weight of such poultry. (Enacted by Stats. 1967, Ch. 15.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

Producerpoultrypoultry meatthree weeks or more

Related Statutes

  • § 24660 Poultry Grower Definition
  • § 24961 Poultry Grower Definition
  • § 25402 Poultry Meat Classification
  • § 25405 Poultry Meat Labeling Requirements
  • § 25411 Poultry Meat Processing Rules

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 25412.
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