SECTIONS 27531-27534 - California Statutes

FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL CODE

SECTION 27531-27534

27531. The director may adopt regulations relating to the
preparation for market and marketing of shell eggs as he or she
determines are reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this
chapter. The regulations may include any of the following:
(a) The establishment of grade standards including minimum quality
and minimum size.
(b) Pack specifications.
(c) Marking requirements.
(d) Sampling procedures for enforcement purposes.
(e) Control and disposition of substandard lots.
(f) Use of registered brands and containers, including
transportation.
(g) Requirements for displays and advertising.
(h) Procedures for the registration of shell egg handlers.
(i) Procedures for the collection of registration fees and
assessments.
(j) Procedures for the development and collection of data
pertaining to egg production, number of chickens, and other
information as recommended by the committee.
(k) Any other matter necessary for the accomplishment of the
purposes of this chapter.

27532. The regulations relating to grade standards which are
adopted pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 27531 shall be
consistent with the grade standards promulgated by the United States
Department of Agriculture contained in Title 7, Code of Federal
Regulations, Section 2856.216.

27533. Regulations adopted pursuant to this chapter relating to egg
shell surveillance inspection shall be consistent with any federal
standards or procedures promulgated by the United States Department
of Agriculture on that subject.

27534. The director shall adopt regulations by which eggs which do
not meet the size or appearance standards generally required for
marketing but which are healthy for consumption may be sold directly
to consumers for their own family use.