There is in the state government the Dairy Council of California which shall consist of not less than 24, nor more than 25, members. All members of the council shall be appointed by the secretary and may hold office at the pleasure of the secretary. The membership of the council shall be as follows:
(a)
There shall be 12 members that are actually engaged in the production of milk. These 12 members are the producer members of the council.
(b)
There shall be 12 members that are handlers or producer-handlers of dairy products. These 12 members are the handler members of the council.
(c)
Upon the recommendation of the council, the secretary may appoint one person
who is neither a producer, handler, or producer-handler, and who shall represent the public generally.