# The Apple and Pear Research Council Order 1989, Article 2: Interpretation


(1) In this Order, unless the context otherwise requires–
“the Act” means the Industrial Organisation and Development Act 1947;
“apples and pears” means apples and pears other than “cider apples” and “perry pears”;
“apple or pear tree” means any plant grown for the commercial production of apples and pears other than nursery stock;
“cider apples” and “perry pears” mean respectively apples and pears of the varieties specified in Schedule 1;
“the Council” means the Apple and Pear Research Council established under the provisions of this Order;
“grower” means a person who carries on business in the industry and occupies land in England and Wales of two hectares or more planted with 50 or more apple or pear trees;
“the industry” means the growing of apples and pears in England and Wales for sale or for processing into an apple or pear product with a view to its sale, by way of trade or business;
“the Minister” means the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food; and
“sale” includes storage or preparation with a view to subsequent sale.
(2) In this Order, unless the context otherwise requires, any reference to a numbered article or Schedule is a reference to the article or Schedule so numbered in this Order.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/1989/2277/article/2 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/apple-and-pear-research-council-order-1989/article-2
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