The mission of the Processed Products Branch (PPB) is to facilitate the marketing of processed fruit and vegetables and related products in domestic and international markets. To fulfill this mission and provide quality services responsive to customer needs, the PPB has developed a variety of innovative programs tailored to meet evolving industry trends.

The Processed Products Branch is responsible for the grading, inspection, and certification of canned, frozen, and dehydrated fruit and vegetables, as well as other related products. The Branch also develops and maintains U.S. grade standards, grading manuals, inspection aids, and color guides for these products; and commercial item descriptions for all commodities.