### Question
What is the definition of security interest?


### Answer
The definition of **security interest** is as follows in *7 U.S.C. § 1631*:

> an interest in farm products that secures payment or performance of an obligation

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1631*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 38-DISTRIBUTION AND MARKETING OF AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTS > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

