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


### Answer
The term **type** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 1561* as follows -

> either (A) a group of varieties so nearly similar that the individual varieties cannot be clearly differentiated except under special conditions, or (B) when used with a variety name means seed of the variety named which may be mixed with seed of other varieties of the same kind and of similar character, the manner of and the circumstances connected with the use of the designation to be governed by rules and regulations prescribed under section 1592 of this title

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1561*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 37-SEEDS > SUBCHAPTER I-DEFINITIONS**

