of its regular trade channels. The "surplus" is moved 

 into noncompetitive outlets and the proceeds are pro- 

 rated among the growers. 



C. Standardization of Containers or Packs . Some market- 

 ing orders permit regulations on the size, capacity, 

 weight, dimensions, or pack of the containers used by 

 the industry. This enables them to standardize on the 

 types of containers and packs that are desired by 

 receivers and consumers, eliminates deceptive con- 

 tainers, and also makes it easier to service large 

 buyers. 



D. Research and Development Projects . A provision of 

 this type allows the industry to use marketing order 

 funds to set up marketing research and development 

 projects which will improve the marketing, distribu- 

 tion, and consumption of the commodity covered. For 

 example, in order to expand consumption, a market 

 development project might be undertaken to find new 

 uses for the commodity or to disseminate educational 

 information on the commodity. However, funds may 

 not be used for direct advertising or sales promotion 

 programs. 



E. Unfair Trade Practices . The terms of a marketing order 

 may specify unfair methods of competition and unfair 

 trade practices which are prohibited. 



F. Price Posting . Handlers may be required by the terms 

 of a marketing order to file their selling prices and 

 give specified advance notice before changing them. 



Marketing Information . Detailed statistics and shipping 

 information are needed in operating a marketing order 

 program effectively. This same information, of course, 

 is extremely useful to individual growers and handlers 

 in making their marketing decisions. Under many orders, 

 administrative committees are authorized to collect 

 this information and disseminate it throughout the 

 industry. 



