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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 18Ch. 4Art. 1§ 52856 Cotton Planting Industry Benefit

§ 52856 Cotton Planting Industry Benefit

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§ 52856 Cotton Planting Industry Benefit

Key Takeaways

  • •The law says that good cotton seeds approved by the board are for all cotton farmers, not just a few.
  • •No single person or group can say they are the only ones allowed to use the approved cotton seeds.
  • •The goal is to help the entire cotton-growing industry, not just a small part of it.

Example

Imagine a group of farmers in a town who grow cotton. The board approves a special type of cotton seed that grows really well in their area.

This law means that all the farmers in the town can use these special seeds, not just one farmer or a small group. It’s like saying the seeds are for everyone to help all the farmers grow better cotton.

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

Official Source
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§ 52856 Cotton Planting Industry Benefit

The Legislature further declares that all cotton approved by the board for planting in the district is for the benefit of the cotton-growing industry and is not for the exclusive or limited use of any person. (Amended by Stats. 2008, Ch. 189, Sec. 3. Effective January 1, 2009. Conditionally inoperative on January 1, 2014, as prescribed in Section 52991.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

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Related Statutes

  • § 52851 Cotton Variety Planting Restrictions
  • § 52852 Cotton Land Use Restrictions
  • § 52853 Cotton Variety Development Standards
  • § 62802 Nut Contract Violation Penalties
  • § 66503 California Lettuce Market Promotion

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 52856.
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