OAR 603-051-0061: Oregon No. 1 Grade

“Oregon No. 1” consists of stalks of asparagus which are fresh and fairly straight; which are free from decay and free from damage caused by spreading or broken tips, dirt, disease, insects, or other means: (1) Size. Unless otherwise specified, the diameter of each stalk is not less than 3/8 inch. (2) Color. Unless otherwise specified, not less than two-thirds of the stalk length is of a green color. (3) Tolerances. In order to allow for variations incident to proper grading and handling, the following tolerances, by count, are provided as specified: (a) For defects. Ten percent for stalks in any lot which fail to meet the requirements of this grade, including therein not more than five percent for defects causing serious damage; provided, that not more than 1/5 of this latter amount, or one percent, shall be allowed for stalks affected by decay; (b) For off-size. Ten percent for stalks in any lot which fail to meet the specified diameter or length requirements.