Goodfruit iconGoodfruitSep 28, 2026 ~1 min source read

2003: Commissions in the Crossfire… Now What?

"The outlook for generic fruit promotions is uncertain since the Washington Apple Commission's mandatory assessment was ruled unconstitutional. Good Fruit Grower asked people what impact the WAC lawsuit — and potential challenges of other commodity programs — might have on the tree fruit industry.

2003: Commissions in the Crossfire… Now What?

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"The outlook for generic fruit promotions is uncertain since the Washington Apple Commission's mandatory assessment was ruled unconstitutional.

Good Fruit Grower asked people what impact the WAC lawsuit — and potential challenges of other commodity programs — might have on the tree fruit industry.

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"The outlook for generic fruit promotions is uncertain since the Washington Apple Commission's mandatory assessment was ruled unconstitutional. Good Fruit Grower asked people what impact the WAC lawsuit — and potential challenges of other commodity programs — might have on the tree fruit industry. Join our community and receive access to our exclusive stories, photos, graphics and videos, and support our efforts to ensure growers have the information they need for success.

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