Payment of assessments.

(a) Each handler shall pay assessments on walnut receipts reported by the handler pursuant to § 984.473(a) in three installments, invoiced by the Board, on January 31, April 30, and July 31 of each marketing year. (b) Each handler shall pay assessments on walnut receipts reported by the handler pursuant to § 984.473(b), as requested by the Board, on demand. [91 FR 53184, Aug. 17, 2026]