§ 17-2101. Definitions. As used in this title: 1. “Compost” means the biologically stable humus-like material derived from composting or the aerobic, thermophilic decomposition of organic matter. 2. “Fertilizer” means the same as “specialty fertilizer” as defined in section one hundred forty-three of the agriculture and markets law. 3. “Lawn” or “non-agricultural turf” means any […]
§ 17-2103. Sale or use of phosphorus fertilizer restricted. 1. No person shall apply or authorize any person by way of service contract or other arrangement to apply in this state any phosphorus fertilizer on lawn or non-agricultural turf, except when: (a) A soil test indicates that additional phosphorus is needed for growth of that […]
§ 17-2105. Local fertilizer regulation. A local government may enact more stringent standards for the application of fertilizer for lawn and non-agricultural turf than established in this title, provided, however, that any local government that enacts such standards after January 1, 2011 must demonstrate to the department prior to enactment that additional or more stringent […]
