Which of the following situations would allow a buyer to refuse delivery of a crop?

The situation in which a buyer can refuse delivery of a crop is primarily based on the quality of the goods being delivered. Specifically, if the crop quality is substandard, which would render the goods unacceptable under the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), the buyer has a solid legal basis to refuse delivery.

A buyer is entitled to receive goods that meet the agreed-upon standards. If the crops do not meet these specific quality standards—whether due to being damaged, being of a different grade than stipulated in the contract, or not conforming to any implied warranties of quality—the buyer can lawfully refuse delivery. The buyer must inspect the goods and determine that the quality is deficient before making a refusal.

While written notice is generally important in a contractual relationship, it does not inherently provide a legal ground for refusal if the underlying condition of the crops is satisfactory. Therefore, while communication is significant in ensuring that both parties understand their obligations, the primary condition allowing refusal centers around the adequacy of the crop's quality. Thus, the buyer's ability to refuse delivery is anchored in the quality of the goods rather than mere notification or communication issues with the farmer.