Agricultural Ammonia
IC 15-16-1 regulates the storage and distribution of agricultural ammonia in Indiana. The law establishes safety standards for ammonia facilities, equipment, and operations to help protect workers, the public, and surrounding property. The Office of Indiana State Chemist administers the program by approving certain facilities, conducting inspections, investigating potential violations, and taking enforcement action when safety requirements are not met.
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Fertilizer Definitions
IC 15-16-1.5 Fertilizer Definitions defines important terms used throughout Indiana's fertilizer laws. Shared definitions make fertilizer regulations easier to interpret and apply consistently. The chapter supports the administration and enforcement of related fertilizer laws by providing a common vocabulary for regulated activities and products.
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Commercial Fertilizers
IC 15-16-2 Commercial Fertilizers establishes Indiana's requirements for commercial fertilizer products and the businesses that manufacture, distribute, or sell them. The chapter sets standards for product registration, labeling, composition, and quality to help ensure accurate information and fair marketing. The Office of Indiana State Chemist oversees compliance through licensing, inspections, product testing, and enforcement when violations occur.
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Distributors and Users of Fertilizer Material
IC 15-16-2.5 Distributors and Users of Fertilizer Material establishes requirements for people who distribute or use certain fertilizer materials in Indiana. The chapter promotes safe and effective fertilizer use through training, certification, and responsible application practices. The requirements help protect agricultural resources and water quality while ensuring fertilizer materials are handled properly. The Office of Indiana State Chemist oversees the program and may enforce compliance through inspections and other regulatory actions.
Distributors and Users of Fertilizer Material for Agricultural Crops
IC 15-16-2.7 Distributors and Users of Fertilizer Material for Agricultural Crops establishes requirements for distributing and using fertilizer materials intended for agricultural crop production in Indiana. The chapter promotes safe and effective fertilizer practices through education, certification, and responsible use requirements. The Office of Indiana State Chemist oversees compliance and may use inspections, certification programs, and enforcement actions to help ensure fertilizer materials are properly distributed and applied.
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Commercial Lawn Care Service Fertilizers
IC 15-16-3 Commercial Lawn Care Service Fertilizers establishes requirements for businesses that apply fertilizers as part of commercial lawn care services in Indiana. The chapter promotes proper fertilizer use by requiring businesses and applicators to meet licensing, certification, recordkeeping, and application standards. The Office of Indiana State Chemist administers the program through education, inspections, and enforcement activities to help ensure fertilizers are applied responsibly and in accordance with state requirements.
Storage and Containment
IC 15-16-3.3 Storage and Containment establishes requirements for the storage and containment of fertilizer materials in Indiana. The chapter helps prevent releases that could harm people, property, and natural resources by requiring proper storage practices and safeguards. The Office of Indiana State Chemist oversees compliance through inspections, investigations, and enforcement actions to ensure regulated facilities follow applicable standards.
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Manure Based Fertilizers
355 IAC 3 Manure-Based Fertilizer establishes requirements for the manufacture, distribution, and use of manure-based fertilizer products in Indiana. The rules promote accurate labeling, product quality, and responsible management of these materials. Manufacturers and distributors must meet applicable standards, and the Office of Indiana State Chemist oversees compliance through registration, inspection, sampling, and enforcement activities to help protect consumers, agriculture, and the environment.