ATLANTA — A bitter fight over Georgia's famed sweet onions is winding its way through the state's legal system.
The state agriculture commissioner established a rule setting a packing date meant to keep immature Vidalia onions off store shelves to protect what is a $150 million brand.
However, a major grower says he should be able to pack onions whenever he thinks they're ready.
A judge in March struck down the rule, and the state is appealing the decision. That appeal was at the heart of a hearing Wednesday.
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