Section 77004 Of Article 1. Declaration And General Provisions From California Food And Agricultural Code >> Division 22. >> Part 2. >> Chapter 16.5. >> Article 1.

. The production and handling of walnuts produced in this state is hereby declared to be affected with a public interest. This chapter is enacted in the exercise of the police power of this state for the purpose of protecting the health, peace, safety, and general welfare of the people of this state.