### Question
How is the term handler defined?


### Answer
The term **handler** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 4902* as the following:

> any person (except a common or contract carrier of watermelons owned by another person) who handles watermelons in a manner specified in a plan issued under this chapter or in regulations promulgated thereunder

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 4902*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 80-WATERMELON RESEARCH AND PROMOTION**

