### Question
How is the "proceeding" defined?


### Answer
The term **proceeding** is defined in *7 CFR § 900.2* as follows -

> a proceeding upon the basis of which a marketing agreement may be entered into or a marketing order may be issued.

#### Citation:
  - *7 CFR § 900.2*
  - Heading: **Title 7—Agriculture > PART 900—GENERAL REGULATIONS**

