§ 589. Definitions

When used in this chapter—

• (1) The term “person” includes individuals, partnerships, corporations, and associations.
• (2) The term “Secretary of Agriculture” means the Secretary of Agriculture of the United States.
• (3) Except as provided herein, the term “foreign commerce” means commerce between any State, or the District of Columbia, and any place outside of the United States or its possessions.
• (4) The term “apples” means fresh whole apples, whether or not the apples have been in storage.
• (5) The term “bulk container” means a container that contains a quantity of apples weighing more than 100 pounds.