As used in this chapter, unless the context requires a different meaning:
"Grower" means any person actually engaged in the growing and producing of bright flue-cured tobacco or type 21 dark-fired tobacco.
"Handler" means any manufacturer, dealer, processor, or any other business entity that purchases tobacco directly from the grower.
"Warehouse" means any person authorized by law to conduct auction sales of loose-leaf tobacco.
Va. Code § 3.2-2400