Ind. Code § 15-16-3.5-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 3.5 / Section 15-16-3.5-11
Design requirements for storage structures
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) In addition to any applicable standards required under sections 13 and 14 of this chapter, a storage structure must be designed as follows:

(1) The bottom of the storage structure is at least two (2) feet above bedrock.

(2) The bottom of the storage structure must be above the seasonal high water table, unless lowered in accordance with subsection (c).

(3) Test holes to obtain soil and water table information for the design must be obtained as follows:

(A) The number of test holes must be sufficient to adequately characterize the seasonal water table and soil underneath the storage structure.

(B) Test holes must be:

(i) evenly distributed throughout the storage structure;

(ii) at least two (2) feet below the base of the storage structure for concrete structures in karst and nonkarst areas;

(iii) at least five (5) feet below the base of the storage structure for earthen structures in nonkarst areas; and

(iv) placed to the shallower of either bedrock or ten (10) feet below the lowest point of the proposed processed manure storage structure;

in areas of karst terrain.

(C) Testing must be conducted by:

(i) a soil scientist registered under IC 25-31.5;

(ii) a professional geologist certified in Indiana under IC 25-17.6; or

(iii) a professional engineer registered under IC 25-31.

(b) Plastic, fiberglass, and aboveground steel tanks must:

(1) have sufficient strength to withstand design loads;

(2) be watertight;

(3) be cleaned to remove any traces of previously stored substances prior to addition of manure to the tank if the tank is used to store any objectionable or hazardous substances;

(4) be installed to ensure the seasonal high water table is maintained below the tank or the tank must be anchored to prevent flotation; and

(5) have protected shut off valves for all inlet and outlet pipes.

(c) Any drainage system to lower the seasonal water table around the base of a storage structure must be designed and installed to:

(1) effectively collect and drain the ground water;

(2) be of adequate size, proper slopes, and proper distance from the storage structure;

(3) if applicable, be provided with:

(A) sumps;

(B) pumps, including a backup pump; and

(C) electricity supply;

(4) if applicable, have a surface outlet that is at least fifty (50) feet away from the storage structure and at least:

(A) fifty (50) feet from the property line in soils with a permeability of one-half (1/2) inch per hour or less; or

(B) twenty (20) feet from the property line in soils with a permeability greater than one-half (1/2) inch per hour;

(5) have a shut off valve or equivalent; and

(6) have an access point for sampling within fifty (50) feet of the storage structure.

(d) A concrete storage structure must be constructed according to the Indiana NRCS Construction Specification, Concrete Construction, May 2015 and designed to either of the following design standards:

(1) MWPS-36: Rectangular Concrete Manure Storages, Second Edition, 2005.

(2) TR-9: Circular Concrete Manure Tanks, March 1998.

(e) A storage structure must not:

(1) have a discharge pipe or conveyance that would allow for a release or discharge of processed manure or water contaminated by processed manure; or

(2) be an underground steel storage tank.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.51.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-91.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-91.5
"Processed product"
Status: in_force

Sec. 91.5. "Processed product" means material derived in whole or in part from any animal, including fish and poultry, and other refuse that has been associated with any such material, that has undergone an industrial manufacturing procedure to prevent spoilage or add shelf stability that has been:

(1) at a minimum, cooked to a temperature of one hundred sixty-seven (167) degrees Fahrenheit for at least thirty (30) minutes; or

(2) subjected to another industrial process demonstrated to provide an equivalent level of inactivation of disease organisms, as approved by the board.

As added by P.L.133-2015, SEC.4; P.L.202-2015, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-21-5.5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 21 / Chapter 5.5 / Section 15-21-5.5-2
Random inspections
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) The following entities are subject to random unannounced inspections by the board:

(1) A commercial dog breeder.

(2) A commercial dog broker.

(3) A retail pet store.

(b) Subject to IC 15-17-3, the board may not inspect the same entity more than one (1) time in a calendar year, unless an entity fails an inspection and additional inspections are necessary to protect the safety and well-being of the dogs.

As added by P.L.4-2024, SEC.28.
Ind. Code § 15-16-8-6 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-16-8-6
Cost statement; information required; notice
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) The township trustee shall prepare a statement that contains the following:

(1) A certification of the following costs:

(A) The cost or expense of the work.

(B) The cost of the chemicals.

(C) Twenty dollars ($20) per day for each day that the trustee or the trustee's agent supervises the performance of the services required under this chapter as compensation for services.

(2) A description of the real estate on which the labor was performed.

(3) A request that the owner or person in possession of the real estate pay the costs under subdivision (1) to the township trustee.

(b) The certified statement prepared under subsection (a) shall be provided:

(1) to the owner or person possessing the real estate by:

(A) mail, using a certificate of mailing; or

(B) personal service; or

(2) by mailing the certified statement to the state comptroller for any real estate owned by the state or to the fiscal officer of another municipality (as defined in IC 5-11-1-16) for real estate owned by the municipality.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: subsection (a) formerly 15-3-4-3(c) part; 15-3-4-3(d); subsection (b) formerly 15-3-4-3(d).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.9-2024, SEC.364.
Ind. Code § 15-13-10-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-13-10-2
"Project"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "project" means any of the following concerning property at the fairgrounds:

(1) Acquisition.

(2) Construction.

(3) Repair.

(4) Refurbishing.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-9-1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-17-10-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-17-10-7
Indemnification exceptions
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), an indemnity payment may not be made for the following:

(1) Animals or objects belonging to the United States.

(2) Animals or objects belonging to the state.

(3) Animals or objects brought into the state or moved in violation of this article, the rules of the board, or an agreement for the control of diseases or pests.

(4) Animals that were previously affected by any other disease or pest, which, from its nature and development, caused an incurable condition and was necessarily fatal.

(5) Animals or objects affected with disease or pest of animals that the owner purchased, knowing that the animals or objects were infected with or exposed to a disease or pest of animals, including animals or objects purchased from a place where a contagious disease or pest of animals was known to exist.

(6) Any animal or object that the owner or the owner's agent intentionally infects with or exposes to a disease or pest of animals.

(7) Any animal or object for which the owner received indemnity or reimbursement from any other source.

(8) Any cervidae or objects on a hunting preserve licensed under IC 15-17-14.7.

(b) The board may pay indemnity for animals or objects described in subsection (a)(3) through (a)(5) if the board finds that payment of indemnity is necessary to accomplish the purposes of this article.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-18-15.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.89-2016, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 15-17-13-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-17-13-2
Inspection and approval of concentration points
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. Before issuing a feeder pig dealer a license under this chapter, the board shall inspect and approve the concentration point or points used by the feeder pig dealer.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-12-5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-12-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-17-12-3
Location of producer
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A serum, virus, vaccine, or other remedy may not be produced at an establishment that is within four thousand (4,000) feet from any of the following:

(1) A public stockyard where a public livestock market is maintained.

(2) A garbage disposal or rendering plant where garbage or dead animals are hauled over a public street or highway.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-18-7.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-19-7-27.4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-19-7-27.4
Weed seeds
Status: in_force

Sec. 27.4. (a) A commercial feed manufacturer shall grind and treat:

(1) screenings; or

(2) grain and seed byproducts;

containing weed seeds to destroy the viability of weed seeds.

(b) The commercial feed manufacturer shall ensure that the finished product contains no:

(1) viable prohibited noxious weed seeds;

(2) more than fifty (50) viable restricted noxious weed seeds per pound; and

(3) more than one hundred (100) other viable weed seeds per pound.

As added by P.L.16-2026, SEC.28.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-56 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-56
"Primary containment"
Status: in_force

Sec. 56. "Primary containment" means the storage of fluid bulk fertilizer in storage containers at a storage facility.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-16-3-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-16-3-7
License to distribute tank mixed liquid fertilizer
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. A person:

(1) who is engaged in lawn care service; and

(2) whose name must appear on the label of a fertilizer under this chapter;

must obtain a license from the state chemist before the person may distribute a tank mixed liquid fertilizer to another person.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.3-7.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12.5-29 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12.5 / Section 15-15-12.5-29
Payment of expenses; investments; market development
Status: in_force

Sec. 29. (a) The ISA shall pay all expenses incurred under this chapter with money from the assessments remitted to the ISA under this chapter.

(b) The ISA may invest all money the ISA receives under this chapter, including gifts or grants that are given for the express purpose of implementing this chapter, in the same way allowed by law for public funds.

(c) The ISA may expend money from assessments and from investment income not needed for expenses for market development, promotion, and research.

(d) The ISA may not use money received, collected, or accrued under this chapter for any purpose other than the purposes authorized by this chapter. The amount of money expended on administering this chapter in the ISA's fiscal year may not exceed ten percent (10%) of the average amount of assessments, grants, and gifts received by the ISA as calculated under subsection (e).

(e) The ISA shall determine the amount that it may expend to administer this chapter using the following formula:

STEP ONE: Determine the amount of assessments, grants, and gifts received by the ISA in each of the preceding five (5) fiscal years beginning with the immediately preceding fiscal year.

STEP TWO: Determine the average annual amount of assessments, grants, and gifts received by the ISA in each fiscal year using three (3) of the five (5) fiscal years described in STEP ONE after excluding the two (2) years in which the amount of assessments, grants, and gifts received by the ISA were the highest and lowest totals.

STEP THREE: Divide the amount in STEP TWO by ten (10).

The amount in STEP THREE is the maximum amount that the ISA may expend on administering this chapter for the current fiscal year.

(f) When the board members of the ISA evaluate and approve expenditures, ISA board members shall:

(1) emphasize programs that create opportunities and value for Indiana soybean farmers and their operations; and

(2) prioritize collaborative projects with universities, states, and organizations that have:

(A) a regional;

(B) a national; or

(C) an international;

impact.

(g) The ISA shall use at least fifty percent (50%) of the funds collected from the assessment under subsection (a) for approved expenditures that meet the criteria set forth in subsection (f)(2).

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-15-13-13.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-15-13-13.5
Negligent violations; corrective actions
Status: in_force

Sec. 13.5. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the state seed commissioner shall give a person who negligently violates this chapter a reasonable time, determined by the state seed commissioner, to correct the violation without imposing a penalty under section 13 of this chapter. However, the state seed commissioner may require the person who committed the violation to comply with a corrective action plan determined by the state seed commissioner and report to the state seed commissioner on compliance with the corrective action plan.

(b) A person who commits a negligent violation of this chapter three (3) times in a five (5) year period shall immediately be ineligible to produce hemp for five (5) years.

(c) If the state seed commissioner believes that a person has knowingly or intentionally violated this chapter, the state seed commissioner shall notify:

(1) the superintendent of the state police department; and

(2) the prosecuting attorney of the county in which the violation occurred;

of the violation.

(d) A person who commits a negligent violation under this chapter is subject to a late fee as established by rule adopted by the state seed commissioner.

As added by P.L.190-2019, SEC.15. Amended by P.L.156-2020, SEC.64.
Ind. Code § 15-18-1-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-18-1-4
Permit suspension
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) The board may suspend a permit issued under section 3 of this chapter whenever:

(1) there is reason to believe that a public health hazard exists;

(2) the permit holder has violated any of the requirements of this chapter; or

(3) the permit holder has interfered with the board in the performance of the board's duties.

(b) The board shall:

(1) in all cases except where the milk or milk product involved creates or appears to create an imminent hazard to the public health; or

(2) in any case of a willful refusal to permit authorized inspection;

serve upon the permit holder a written notice of intent to suspend the permit under IC 4-21.5. A suspension of a permit is effective immediately and remains in effect until the violation has been corrected to the satisfaction of the board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: subsection (a) formerly 15-2.1-23-2(d); subsection (b) formerly 15-2.1-23-2(e).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-57 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-57
"Private applicator certification"
Status: in_force

Sec. 57. "Private applicator certification" means the licensing credential issued to a certified applicator who:

(1) uses; or

(2) supervises the use of;

organic fertilizer for purposes of producing any agricultural crop on property owned, rented, or managed by the employer or the applicator.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-3
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3-3(17).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.120-2008, SEC.54; P.L.81-2009, SEC.6. Repealed by P.L.98-2026, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-12-4-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-12-4-5
Rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The director may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 that are necessary to administer the remediation program.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-8-5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2.7-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2.7 / Section 15-16-2.7-1
Applicability; construction
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) Nothing in this chapter impairs any authority granted to the Indiana department of environmental management under IC 13-13-5-1(1).

(b) Except as provided in subsection (c), this chapter applies to any person that:

(1) uses; or

(2) distributes;

fertilizer material for the purposes of producing an agricultural crop.

(c) This chapter does not apply to any person that uses or distributes less than ten (10) cubic yards or four thousand (4,000) gallons of fertilizer material in a calendar year.

(d) This chapter is in addition to any rules passed by the water pollution control board regulating confined feeding operations. To the extent that provisions of those rules require conditions or actions that are more stringent than any of the provisions in this chapter, operations that have a confined feeding operation or a National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit approval must comply with the more stringent provision. Compliance with the more stringent provision satisfies the similar requirement of this chapter.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.43.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-29 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-29
"Field operations"
Status: in_force

Sec. 29. "Field operations" means the application of dry bulk fertilizer or fluid bulk fertilizer to soil or plants in the course of normal agricultural or horticultural practice.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-2.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-2.5
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.120-2008, SEC.53. Repealed by P.L.98-2026, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 15-17-18-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 18 / Section 15-17-18-1
Interference with tests
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. A person who knowingly or intentionally:

(1) treats a bovine animal with a material, substance, or biologic to interfere with the brucellosis test or with a reaction to a brucellosis test;

(2) fraudulently makes an animal react to a brucellosis test; or

(3) interferes with the inspector who is making the test;

commits a Level 6 felony.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-21-1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.158-2013, SEC.213.
Ind. Code § 15-11-7-1.6 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-11-7-1.6
"Specialty crop"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1.6. As used in this chapter, "specialty crop" means any fruit, vegetable, tree nut, dried fruit, and nursery crop, including floriculture.

As added by P.L.120-2008, SEC.32.
Ind. Code § 15-15-1-14 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-15-1-14
"Noxious weed seed"
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. As used in this chapter, "noxious weed seed" means either of the following:

(1) Prohibited noxious weed seed.

(2) Restricted noxious weed seed.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-1-3(e) part.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-16-8-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-16-8-11
Exemption of land subject to program
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. The director of the department of natural resources or the dean of agriculture of Purdue University may totally or partially exempt land that is subject to a program of the department or station from this chapter or any other statute concerning the destruction of detrimental plants.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4-9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-13-4-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-13-4-3
Disposal of real property; consent of governor
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The commission may not dispose of real property owned by the commission not covered under section 2 of this chapter without the consent of the governor.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-6-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-16-4-32 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-16-4-32
"Pesticide formulation"
Status: in_force

Sec. 32. As used in this chapter, "pesticide formulation" means a pesticide product comprised of all active ingredients and inert ingredients.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.5-2(37).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-21-5-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 21 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-21-5-2
Five year record storage requirement
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. A commercial dog breeder shall maintain its records for at least five (5) years.

As added by P.L.111-2009, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-57 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-57
Restricted use pesticide dealer; registration; fees; exemptions; records
Status: in_force

Sec. 57. (a) Each person who is a restricted use pesticide dealer shall register with the state chemist. Registration shall be required for each business location distributing restricted use pesticides and shall be accomplished on a form to be provided by the state chemist. A registration expires January 1 following issuance unless the registration is renewed annually. A registration fee of forty-five dollars ($45) must accompany the application.

(b) This section does not apply to:

(1) a licensed pesticide business that sells pesticides only as an integral part of its pesticide application service when the pesticides are dispensed only through equipment used for this pesticide application;

(2) any federal, state, county, or municipal agency that provides pesticides only for its own programs; or

(3) any person who is the final purchaser of a pesticide for application to property or property rights owned, leased, or acquired by the person.

(c) Each registered pesticide dealer is responsible for the acts of each person employed by the dealer in the solicitation and sale of restricted use pesticides and all claims and recommendations for use of pesticides. The dealer's registration is subject to sections 65 and 66 of this chapter for any violation of this chapter whether committed by the dealer or by the dealer's officer, agent, or employee.

(d) As required by 40 CFR 171, a registered pesticide dealer must keep and maintain a record for each transaction involving the distribution of a restricted use pesticide to a certified end user for at least two (2) years from the date of distribution. The records must include the following:

(1) Name of the certified applicator for whom the purchase or distribution is being made.

(2) Certification, license, or permit number of the certified applicator.

(3) Except for a certification from the state chemist, the state, tribe, or federal agency that issued the certification.

(4) Certification, license, or permit expiration date of the certified applicator.

(5) Certification, license, or permit categories of the certified applicator.

(6) Address of the certified applicator or application business that employs the certified applicator.

(7) Date of distribution.

(8) Brand name of the pesticide product.

(9) United States Environmental Protection Agency registration number of the pesticide product.

(10) Amount of pesticide product distributed.

(11) Any applicable emergency exemption or state special local need registration number.

(12) Signature or verifiable confirmation of the person presenting the certification credentials, ordering, or taking delivery of the pesticide product.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-12.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.29-2024, SEC.48.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-12 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-12
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3-3(5).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Repealed by P.L.98-2026, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-22 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-22
"Container"
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. "Container" means any box, can, tin, cloth, package, plastic, or other receptacle, wrapper, or cover.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-12.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-19-8-26 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-19-8-26
Producer assessments
Status: in_force

Sec. 26. (a) A producer operating in Indiana that does any of the following shall pay an assessment:

(1) Raises and sells a porcine animal as a feeder pig.

(2) Raises and sells a porcine animal for slaughter.

(3) Raises a porcine animal, slaughters the porcine animal, and sells the pork.

(4) Raises a porcine animal for breeding stock.

(b) A producer is exempt from paying an assessment on an animal if the producer demonstrates to the IPPA board of directors through appropriate documentation that an assessment was previously paid on the animal in question.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-15-5-10 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-15-5-10
Council's duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. The council shall do the following:

(1) Assist buyers and sellers in determining the validity of complaints between the buyer and the seller.

(2) Recommend cost damages resulting from the failure of seed to perform or produce properly, whether the damages are related to:

(A) specific representations on the label;

(B) other information on the seed container; or

(C) conditions attributed to the quality of the seed.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-11-8.3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-5-15 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-17-5-15
Fee schedule
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. The board may establish a schedule of fees for inspection services provided under this chapter. The fees must be reasonable but are not required to be equal to the costs of the inspection services.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-24-17.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-16-3.3-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 3.3 / Section 15-16-3.3-13
Secondary containment of fluid bulk fertilizers
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) Fluid fertilizer storage containers must be located within secondary containment constructed with a base, perimeter wall, and sloped floor. However, an exception for the sloped floor requirement may be granted by the state chemist.

(b) The containment area must be separate from a secondary containment area for other materials and used only for containment of fluid fertilizer containers or other fertilizer related equipment. This subsection does not prohibit the storage within the diked area of anhydrous ammonia when stored in compliance with rules adopted under IC 15-16-1. Adjoining secondary containment areas may share common walls.

(c) Secondary containment not protected from rainfall must at all times have a minimum capacity of one hundred percent (100%) of the volume of the largest storage container within the contained area plus the volume displaced by all the other tanks, equipment, and appurtenances in the area up to the safe design level of the containment structure plus a freeboard of six (6) inches.

(d) Secondary containment protected from rainfall is not required to have the freeboard required in subsection (c) but must comply with all other requirements of this chapter.

(e) A secondary containment constructed before July 6, 1991, and having a capacity of a minimum of one hundred ten percent (110%) of the volume of the largest storage container within the contained area plus the volume displaced by all the other tanks in the area up to the safe design level of the containment structure are deemed to be in compliance with this chapter. Any such storage facility that alters the secondary containment area or increases in storage container volume must be brought into full compliance within ninety (90) days of an alteration to the secondary containment area or increase in the storage container volume.

(f) Tile drainage is not be permitted within or under secondary containment.

(g) Alternative means of secondary containment, with prior approval of the state chemist, may be permitted.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.50.
Ind. Code § 15-13-10-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-13-10-1
"Cost of project"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) As used in this chapter, "cost of a project" includes the following:

(1) The cost of construction and purchase.

(2) The cost of acquisition of all land, rights-of-way, property, rights, easements, and other legal or equitable interests acquired by the commission for construction, including the cost of any relocations incidental to the acquisition.

(3) The cost of demolishing or removing any buildings, structures, or improvements on property acquired by the commission, including the cost of:

(A) acquiring any property to which the buildings, structures, or improvements may be moved; or

(B) acquiring any property that may be exchanged for property acquired by the commission.

(4) Financing charges.

(5) The cost of issuance of bonds or notes, including cost of credit enhancement, such as bond or note insurance.

(6) Remarketing or conversion fees.

(7) Bond or note discount.

(8) Capitalized interest.

(9) The cost of funding any reserves to secure the payment of bonds or notes.

(10) Engineering and legal expenses, and the cost of plans, specifications, surveys, estimates, and any necessary feasibility studies.

(11) Other expenses necessary or incidental to determining the feasibility or practicability of constructing any project.

(12) Administrative expenses of the commission relating to any project financed by bonds or notes.

(13) Reimbursement of the commission for any cost, obligation, or expense incurred by the commission relating to a project.

(14) Other expenses the commission finds necessary or incidental to the construction or purchase of the project, the financing of the construction or purchase of the project, and the placing of the project in operation.

(b) As used in this chapter, "cost of a project" does not include the construction of facilities for pari-mutuel horse racing.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-9-1.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-16-7-9 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-16-7-9
Property owners; obligation to control noxious weeds; removal notice
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) The weed control board shall require persons who own:

(1) real estate; or

(2) easements, rights-of-way, or other similar interests in real estate;

in the county to control and contain noxious weeds growing on the real estate.

(b) A five (5) day written notice to remove any noxious weeds shall be issued by the board. The notice may be served:

(1) by certified or registered mail addressed to the latest address of the person or to the person's resident agent; or

(2) personally by the sheriff.

(c) The weed control board shall notify the township trustee when the board has sent a notice to a person to remove noxious weeds growing on real estate in the township.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4.6-5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-46 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-46
Certification and registration requirements; compliance
Status: in_force

Sec. 46. A person that applies fertilizer material for hire, transports fertilizer material for hire, or both may not:

(1) use or supervise the use of any restricted use pesticide or use a general use pesticide or fertilizer material for hire; or

(2) make diagnostic inspections or reports to determine infestations of wood destroying pests;

unless the person complies with the certification requirements under this chapter and any other requirements determined by the state chemist to be necessary to prevent unreasonable adverse effects on the environment.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.29-2024, SEC.40; P.L.98-2026, SEC.53.
Ind. Code § 15-11-12-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-11-12-7
Reimbursement of members
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) A member of the commission is not entitled to the minimum salary per diem provided by IC 4-10-11-2.1(b). However, a member is entitled to reimbursement for traveling expenses and other expenses actually incurred in connection with the member's duties, as provided in the state travel policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency.

(b) Expenses under this section shall be paid from money in the Indiana grown initiative fund established by section 9(a) of this chapter. However, if there is insufficient money in the fund to pay the expenses, the department shall reimburse the expenses from funds appropriated to the department.

As added by P.L.173-2014, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-15 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-15
Repealed
Status: repealed

[2008 Recodification Citation: New.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Repealed by P.L.98-2026, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 15-13-3-9 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-13-3-9
Report to the advisory committee
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. At the first meeting each year of the advisory committee, the commission shall report the following:

(1) The activities of the commission during the previous calendar year.

(2) The financial condition of the commission for the commission's most recently completed fiscal year.

(3) The commission's plans for the current calendar year.

(4) The activities and financial condition of any nonprofit subsidiary corporation established under section 11 of this chapter for the subsidiary corporation's most recent fiscal year.

(5) The commission's governance policy manual.

(6) The board's operational manual.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-3-9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.20-2011, SEC.1; P.L.92-2019, SEC.14.
Ind. Code § 15-17-12-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-17-12-4
Approved vaccines
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) Only vaccines produced at establishments:

(1) licensed under the federal Virus-Serum-Toxin Act (21 U.S.C. 151 through 21 U.S.C. 158); or

(2) in Indiana and approved by the board;

may be administered to animals in Indiana.

(b) The serial number and the date of expiration of a vaccine administered to animals must be affixed to the vaccine container.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-18-8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-18-1-22 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-18-1-22
Transfer of milk products; storage containers
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. (a) Except as permitted in this section, a milk producer or distributor may not transfer milk or milk products from one (1) container or tank truck to another on the street, in a vehicle, store, or in any place except a milk plant, receiving station, transfer station, or milkhouse especially used and permitted for that purpose. The dipping or ladling of milk or fluid milk products is prohibited. A can milk hauler or a bulk milk hauler/sampler may not sample raw milk or milk products to test for butterfat or transfer raw milk or milk products from one (1) can or vehicle to another while in transit except in a receiving station, transfer station, or in conformity with the statutes and rules enforced by the board.

(b) A person may not sell or serve milk or a fluid milk product except in the individual original container received from the distributor or from an approved bulk dispenser. However, this requirement does not apply to the following:

(1) Milk for mixed drinks requiring less than one-half (1/2) pint of milk.

(2) Cream, whipped cream, or half-and-half that is consumed on the premises and that may be served from the original container of not more than one-half (1/2) gallon capacity or from a bulk dispenser approved for such service by the board.

(c) A person may not sell pasteurized milk or a milk product that has not been maintained at a temperature required by rule adopted by the board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-23-9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2014, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-29 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-29
"Plant regulator"
Status: in_force

Sec. 29. As used in this chapter, "plant regulator" has the meaning set forth in IC 15-16-4-34.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-2(24).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.91-2020, SEC.17.
Ind. Code § 15-19-8-27 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-19-8-27
Assessments; collection
Status: in_force

Sec. 27. (a) The first purchaser shall collect an assessment equal to thirty-five cents ($0.35) per one hundred dollars ($100) of market value.

(b) The first purchaser may only impose and collect an assessment on a porcine animal or a pork product once.

(c) Only the general assembly may change the rate of the assessment imposed by this section.

(d) The first purchaser of a porcine animal or a pork product shall deduct the assessment on the porcine animal or pork product from the money to be paid to the producer or importer based on the sale of the porcine animal or pork product. A first purchaser shall accumulate assessments collected under this section throughout each of the following periods:

(1) January, February, and March.

(2) April, May, and June.

(3) July, August, and September.

(4) October, November, and December.

(e) Not more than thirty (30) days after the end of each period, the first purchaser shall remit to the IPPA all assessments collected during the period in a manner prescribed by the IPPA.

(f) The assessment on the sale of the porcine animal or pork product must occur at the time of first purchase as the payment for the porcine animal or pork product is received by the producer or importer.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-13-1-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-13-1-4
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: part formerly 15-1-1.5-0.5; part formerly 15-1.5-1-11.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4. Repealed by P.L.92-2019, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-13-2-8 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-13-2-8
Administration of article
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. The commission shall administer this article.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-2-7.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-17-11-30 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-17-11-30
Collection service license: fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 30. An application for a collection service license must include the fees required under section 7 of this chapter for a collections service license, including the appropriate fees for vehicle certificates and substations.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-16-31.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-55 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-55
"Milk"
Status: in_force

Sec. 55. "Milk" means the lacteal secretion practically free from colostrum that:

(1) is obtained by the complete milking of healthy dairy animals; and

(2) meets a definition and standard of identity for milk adopted by the board under IC 4-22-2.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-28.4.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-16-4-57 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-16-4-57
Prohibited acts; production, distribution, display, and sale
Status: in_force

Sec. 57. Except as provided in section 58 of this chapter, a person may not produce, distribute, display, sell, or offer for sale within Indiana or deliver for transportation or transport in intrastate commerce or between points within Indiana through any point outside Indiana any of the following:

(1) Any pesticide product that has not been registered under section 61 of this chapter.

(2) Any pesticide product if any of the claims made for it or any of the directions for its use differ in substance from the representations made in connection with its registration.

(3) A pesticide product if the composition of the product differs from the composition as represented in connection with its registration. However, at the discretion of the state chemist, a change in the labeling or formula of a pesticide may be made within a registration period without requiring reregistration of the product.

(4) Any pesticide product (except a pesticide in a container designed and constructed to accommodate the return and refill of the container as required in 40 CFR 165) unless it is in the registrant's or the manufacturer's unbroken immediate container, and there is affixed to that container, and to any outside container or wrapper of the retail package through which the required information on the immediate container cannot be clearly read, a label bearing:

(A) the name and address of the manufacturer, registrant, or person for whom manufactured;

(B) the name, brand, or trademark under which the pesticide product is sold; and

(C) the net weight or measure of the content, subject, however, to reasonable variations as the state chemist may permit.

(5) Any pesticide product that is adulterated or misbranded.

(6) Any pesticide product in containers violating rules adopted under section 50(b)(2) of this chapter or 40 CFR 165. Pesticides found in containers that are unsafe due to damage may be seized and impounded.

(7) A highly volatile herbicide except on written permission by the state chemist.

(8) Any pesticide that violates the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (7 U.S.C. 136 et seq.) or regulations adopted under the Act.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.5-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.120-2008, SEC.68; P.L.99-2012, SEC.10; P.L.249-2023, SEC.77; P.L.29-2024, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 15-17-8-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-17-8-13
Reports
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. Persons required by the board shall send complete reports of:

(1) tests for brucellosis; and

(2) calfhood vaccination;

to the state veterinarian and as otherwise required by the board not more than seven (7) days after the completion of testing or vaccination.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-8-24.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-11-24 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-17-11-24
Records
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. (a) A disposal plant must maintain the following complete and accurate records concerning the disposal plant's nonedible meats:

(1) The amount denatured.

(2) The amount sold.

(3) To whom the meat was sold.

(4) The address of the consignee.

(5) How and by whom the meat was hauled.

(b) The records under subsection (a) must be open for inspection during the disposal plant's normal working hours to the state veterinarian, the commissioner of the Indiana department of health, or the state veterinarian's or commissioner's agent.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-16-25.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.56-2023, SEC.138.
Ind. Code § 15-17-5-29 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-17-5-29
Notice of violation; right to counsel; hearing
Status: in_force

Sec. 29. (a) Before a violation of this chapter is reported by the state veterinarian or board to a prosecuting attorney for institution of a criminal proceeding, the person against whom the proceeding is contemplated must be given an opportunity to be heard and may be represented by legal counsel.

(b) The state veterinarian or board shall give the person ten (10) days notice in writing. The notice must do the following:

(1) Specify the charges for the action.

(2) Set the date, time, and place where the hearing is to be held.

(c) The board or the board's designee shall hold the hearing in Indianapolis.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-24-31.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-58 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-58
"Milk producer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 58. "Milk producer" means a person that does the following:

(1) Operates a dairy farm.

(2) Provides, sells, or offers raw milk for sale to a milk plant, receiving station, or transfer station.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-28.8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-12-3-15 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-12-3-15
Civil liability
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. A wholesaler, manufacturer, or distributor that fails or refuses to repurchase inventory as required under this chapter within ninety (90) days after the termination of a contract is liable in a civil action to the retailer for:

(1) one hundred percent (100%) of the current net price of repair parts;

(2) one hundred percent (100%) of the net cost of all other inventory;

(3) the retailer's reasonable attorney's fees;

(4) court costs; and

(5) interest on the amounts determined under subdivisions (1) through (2), computed at a simple interest rate that is set by the court at not less than six percent (6%) per year and not more than ten percent (10%) per year, and beginning to accrue on the sixty-first day after the termination of the contract.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-7-15.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-15-13-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-15-13-1
Application of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) Nothing in this chapter authorizes any person to violate any federal law or regulation.

(b) Nothing in this chapter authorizes the state seed commissioner to regulate a hemp product.

As added by P.L.165-2014, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.190-2019, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-69 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-69
"Object"
Status: in_force

Sec. 69. "Object", for purposes of IC 15-17-1 through IC 15-17-17, means a pest or disease or a material or tangible thing that could harbor a pest or disease.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-31.1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-18-1-27 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-18-1-27
Submission of plans for approval
Status: in_force

Sec. 27. Properly prepared plans for each milkhouse, milking barn, stable, parlor, transfer station, milk plant, milk tank truck cleaning facility, and receiving station regulated under this chapter that is constructed, reconstructed, or extensively altered must be submitted to the board for written approval before work is begun.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-23-13.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-17.5-1-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17.5 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-17.5-1-5
"State veterinarian"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. "State veterinarian" refers to the state veterinarian appointed under IC 15-17-4-1.

As added by P.L.48-2022, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-19-8-15 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-19-8-15
"Pork product"
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. As used in this chapter, "pork product" means an edible product:

(1) produced; or

(2) processed;

in whole or in part from pork.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-12-1-9 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-12-1-9
Authorized activities
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. An association may be organized to engage in any activity in connection with the following:

(1) Producing, marketing, or selling the agricultural products of the association's members and others.

(2) Harvesting, preserving, drying, processing, canning, packing, grading, storing, handling, shipping, or use of agricultural products of the association's members and others.

(3) Manufacturing or marketing the byproducts of agricultural products of the association's members and others.

(4) Manufacturing, selling, or supplying machinery, equipment, or supplies to the association's members and others.

(5) Financing activities described in subdivisions (1) through (4).

(6) Performing or furnishing services of an economic or educational nature, on a cooperative basis for persons engaged in agriculture or in any one (1) or more of the activities specified in this section.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-1-4.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-17-4-6 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-17-4-6
Organization of board
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The state veterinarian may, subject to the approval of the board:

(1) organize the personnel and functions of the board into divisions and subdivisions;

(2) delegate responsibilities to the divisions and employees; and

(3) consolidate, divide, or abolish the divisions and subdivisions;

as necessary to carry out the state veterinarian's powers and duties and the powers and duties of the board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-4-6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-21-1-2.3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 21 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-21-1-2.3
"Animal care facility"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2.3. "Animal care facility" has the meaning set forth in IC 6-9-39-1.

As added by P.L.4-2024, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 15-16-3.3-18 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 3.3 / Section 15-16-3.3-18
Secondary containment synthetic liners
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. (a) Synthetic liners and installation plans must be approved by the state chemist. The installation plan must address proposed protection of the synthetic liner from mechanical damage, vandalism, wildlife, and deterioration from exposure to the sun according to the manufacturer's recommendations. A synthetic liner may not be approved by the state chemist until the manufacturer of the liner provides a written confirmation of compatibility and estimate of the life of the liner.

(b) Synthetic liners must have a minimum thickness of thirty (30) mils (eight-tenths (0.8) millimeters) and be chemically compatible with the materials being stored within the containment areas.

(c) Synthetic liners must be installed under the supervision of a qualified representative of the manufacturer, and all field constructed seams must be tested and repaired according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.50.
Ind. Code § 15-16-10-10 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-16-10-10
Meetings
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) The council shall hold at least one (1) regular meeting each year at a date, place, and time to be set by the chairperson.

(b) The chairperson may call special meetings of the council.

As added by P.L.23-2009, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-15-13-14 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-15-13-14
Rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. The state seed commissioner shall adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to implement and administer this chapter.

As added by P.L.165-2014, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.190-2019, SEC.16; P.L.93-2024, SEC.122; P.L.143-2024, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-19-8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-19-8-5
"IPPA"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "IPPA" refers to the Indiana Pork Producers Association, Inc., an Indiana nonprofit corporation incorporated under the laws of the State of Indiana on February 13, 1952.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-18-5-17 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-18-5-17
Meetings of board
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. (a) The board shall meet at least once every six (6) months.

(b) The board shall meet at a date, time, and place fixed by the board.

(c) The chairperson:

(1) may call a special meeting; and

(2) shall call a special meeting upon the request of at least twenty-five percent (25%) of the members of the board.

(d) Written notice of the date, time, and place of all meetings shall be mailed in advance to each board member.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-4-17.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-95 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-95
"Rendered product"
Status: in_force

Sec. 95. "Rendered product" means waste material derived in whole or in part from any animal, including fish and poultry, and refuse from the handling, preparation, cooking, or consumption of food that has been:

(1) ground and heated to a minimum temperature of two hundred thirty (230) degrees Fahrenheit to make products such as animal, poultry, or fish protein meal, grease, or tallow; or

(2) subject to other industrial processes demonstrated to provide an equivalent level of inactivation of disease organisms, as approved under rules adopted by the board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-45.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8. Amended by P.L.133-2015, SEC.5; P.L.202-2015, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-50 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-50
Regulation by political subdivision prohibited; petition; hearing; waiver; written decision
Status: in_force

Sec. 50. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a political subdivision (as defined in IC 36-1-2-13) does not have authority to regulate by ordinance the storage or use of fertilizer material.

(b) A political subdivision may, by resolution, petition the state chemist for a hearing to allow a waiver to adopt an ordinance because of special circumstances relating to the storage or use of fertilizer material. If a petition is received, the state chemist shall hold a public hearing to consider allowing the waiver requested. The public hearing must be conducted in an informal manner. IC 4-21.5 does not apply to a public hearing under this section.

(c) The petitioner in the public hearing must present evidence that supports the request for a waiver to adopt an ordinance. All evidence shall be received fourteen (14) days prior to the hearing date. The petitioner has the burden of showing the need for the requested waiver. The evidence must include the following:

(1) A clear, detailed statement of the problem being addressed.

(2) The special circumstances that exist that warrant a waiver.

(3) The specific political entity that will be covered by the request.

(4) Any resources of the state that would be protected by the request, including a specific stream, river, lake, or pond.

(5) Current site specific scientific data, including applicable soil and water tests, that support the request.

(6) Previous mitigation methods or steps implemented.

(7) Educational efforts undertaken to address the concern.

(8) A copy of the proposed ordinance.

(d) In reaching a decision to approve or deny the waiver, the state chemist shall consider the following:

(1) Whether the scientific evidence supports the claims being made in the petition.

(2) Whether the measures proposed in the petition will likely correct the purported problem or significantly reduce environmental impacts.

(3) Whether the proposed ordinance corrects the problem in the narrowest scope possible.

(4) Whether the ordinance will impose an undue burden upon the persons regulated.

(5) Whether scientifically based maintenance levels of nutrient applications would still be allowed by the ordinance.

(6) Acceptable fertilizer management practices.

(e) The state chemist may not consider the following factors in making a decision on whether to approve or deny the waiver:

(1) The economic impact.

(2) The odor.

(f) In reaching a decision on whether to approve or deny the waiver, the state chemist may consult, in addition to the material received from the petitioner, the following:

(1) The board.

(2) Scientifically based materials provided by the College of Agriculture at Purdue University.

(3) Other sources deemed necessary by the state chemist.

The state chemist shall prepare a written decision, with stated reasons, either allowing or denying the waiver within ninety (90) days after review.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: subsection (a) formerly 15-3-3-12.5(c); subsection (b) formerly 15-3-3-12.5(d).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.81-2009, SEC.32; P.L.98-2026, SEC.41.
Ind. Code § 15-17-16-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 16 / Section 15-17-16-2
Foreign corporation consent to service
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. (a) Except for an applicant that is a foreign corporation, a nonresident applicant for a license under this article must file with the board an irrevocable consent that specifies the following:

(1) The proceedings against the applicant may be filed in any appropriate court of any county or municipality in Indiana where:

(A) the plaintiff resides; or

(B) any part of the transaction occurred out of which the alleged cause of action arose.

(2) The process in any action may be served on the applicant by leaving with the board two (2) copies of the complaint or pleadings that have been filed in an Indiana court.

(3) That the service of process in subdivision (2) is valid and binding for all purposes.

(b) The board shall promptly forward, by registered mail, one (1) copy of any service of process to the applicant at the address shown on the records of the board.

(c) A foreign corporation may not receive a license under this chapter until it is authorized by the secretary of state to do business in Indiana.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-17-2.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-12-3-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-12-3-11
Farm and industrial machinery repurchased; proof of purchase
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) Except as provided in section 14 of this chapter, a wholesaler, manufacturer, or distributor shall repurchase farm or industrial machinery that:

(1) the retailer previously purchased from the wholesaler, manufacturer, or distributor; and

(2) the retailer held as inventory on the date of the termination of the contract.

(b) For purposes of subsection (a)(1), proof of purchase from the supplier may include retail invoices from the supplier or a reference to an item in a current or past supplier price book.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-7-11.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-13-12-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-13-12-1
"Committee"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "committee" refers to the committee for agricultural science and heritage established by section 2 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.92-2019, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 15-15-4-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-15-4-7
Certification of foreign seeds or plant parts
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the term "certified" must not be used in connection with seeds or plant parts that are:

(1) produced outside Indiana; and

(2) offered for sale in Indiana.

(b) The term "certified" may be used in connection with seeds or plant parts described in subsection (a) if the seeds or plant parts have been certified by the:

(1) agency officially approved by the inspection officials of the state, province, or country in which the:

(A) seeds or plant parts originate; and

(B) certification standards are equal to Indiana certification standards; or

(2) dean of agriculture of Purdue University.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-6-6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-20-4-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 20 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-20-4-3
Mandatory spay or neutering
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. Beginning July 1, 2021, except as provided in section 4 of this chapter, a companion animal shall be spayed or neutered before adoption from an animal care facility.

As added by P.L.201-2016, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-17-5-12 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-17-5-12
Duty of board to provide inspection service; fee
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the board is not required to furnish meat or poultry inspection under this chapter:

(1) for more than eight (8) hours in one (1) day;

(2) for more than forty (40) hours in one (1) calendar week; or

(3) on Saturdays, Sundays, or the following legal holidays:

(A) New Year's Day.

(B) Washington's Birthday.

(C) Memorial Day.

(D) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

(E) Columbus Day.

(F) Independence Day.

(G) Labor Day.

(H) Veterans Day.

(I) Thanksgiving Day.

(J) Christmas.

(b) If the operator of an establishment under inspection pays to the board an hourly fee for each hour of state meat or poultry inspection furnished:

(1) more than eight (8) hours in one (1) day;

(2) more than forty (40) hours in one (1) calendar week; or

(3) on Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays;

the board shall furnish the inspection service.

(c) Subject to the approval of the budget agency, the board shall establish an hourly rate for overtime at an amount sufficient to defray the cost of the inspection service. The establishment shall reimburse the board not later than thirty (30) days after assessment for overtime or legal overtime fees collected under this chapter. The fees must be deposited with the treasurer of state. All overtime fees deposited with the treasurer of state under this subsection are appropriated to the budget agency for allotment to the board for the administration and enforcement of this chapter.

(d) The board may assign inspection personnel to more than one (1) establishment in order to efficiently use board personnel and resources.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-24-14.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-18-5-18 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-18-5-18
Quorum
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. (a) A majority of voting members appointed to the board constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.

(b) The affirmative vote of a majority of all members appointed to the board is necessary for the action of the board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-4-18.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-13-10-10 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-13-10-10
Exemption of interest from taxes
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. Interest paid on bonds issued under this chapter is exempt from taxation for all purposes, except for determining financial institution tax liabilities under IC 6-5.5.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-9-9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.79-2017, SEC.64.
Ind. Code § 15-17-11-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-17-11-5
License duration
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) A license issued under this chapter is valid until:

(1) a licensee voluntarily surrenders a license;

(2) the board suspends or revokes the license, as provided in this chapter; or

(3) the license period expires, as determined by the board under IC 15-17-16-3.

(b) The board may adopt rules to implement this chapter, including the following:

(1) Procedures for issuing, suspending, revoking, and updating licenses and certificates.

(2) Requiring annual or other regular reports from licensees to:

(A) determine the vehicle certificates required;

(B) determine the current status of facilities and equipment licensed under this chapter; or

(C) update other information used to administer this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-16-5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-14.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-14.5
"General use pesticide"
Status: in_force

Sec. 14.5. As used in this chapter, "general use pesticide" has the meaning set forth in IC 15-16-4-15.5.

As added by P.L.29-2024, SEC.24.
Ind. Code § 15-16-7-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-16-7-4
Board members; terms; officers; traveling expenses
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) The weed control board consists of the following members to be appointed by the authorizing body:

(1) One (1) township trustee of the county.

(2) One (1) soil and water conservation district supervisor.

(3) One (1) representative from the agricultural community of the county.

(4) One (1) representative from the county highway department or an appointee of the county commissioners.

(5) One (1) cooperative extension service agent from the county to serve in a nonvoting advisory capacity.

(b) Each board member shall be appointed for a term of four (4) years. All vacancies in the membership of the board shall be filled for the unexpired term in the same manner as initial appointments.

(c) The board shall elect a chairperson and a secretary. The members of the board are not entitled to receive any compensation, but are entitled to any traveling and other expenses that are necessary in the discharge of the members' duties.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4.6-3 part.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-13-5-19 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-13-5-19
Credentials to vote at convention; contesting credentials
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), the credentials of an individual issued under this chapter are conclusive of the right of the individual to vote at the district convention.

(b) A person may contest the validity of the credentials of an individual by alleging facts constituting fraud or misrepresentation in securing the credentials. The affidavit must be filed with the presiding officer of the district convention not later than the date of the district convention.

(c) If a person contests the validity of the credentials of an individual under subsection (b), the validity of the individual's credentials shall be determined by a majority vote of all individuals representing the county of the individual whose credentials are contested.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-4-19.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-11-12-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-11-12-1
"Commission"
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "commission" refers to the Indiana grown commission established by section 3 of this chapter.

As added by P.L.173-2014, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-62 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-62
"Milk transport tank"
Status: in_force

Sec. 62. "Milk transport tank" means a vehicle, including the truck and tank, used by a bulk milk hauler/sampler to transport bulk shipments of milk from a milk plant, receiving station, or transfer station to another milk plant, receiving station, or transfer station.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-29.3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-15-1-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-15-1-3
"Brand"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "brand" means a word, name, term, sign, symbol, number, or design, used alone or in a combination, to identify the seed of one (1) person or a group of persons and to distinguish that seed from the seed of another person.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-1-3(x).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.82-2026, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-17-14-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 14 / Section 15-17-14-1
Application of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. This chapter does not apply to the following:

(1) The purchase of livestock by an individual for the individual's own use other than resale on the livestock market.

(2) The distribution of livestock in connection with programs dedicated to improvement of breeding practices or experimental procedures in which the ownership of the livestock remains vested, in whole or in part, in the distributor or breeder.

(3) The purchase or sale of livestock by a producer or farmer that buys or sells livestock in connection with a business of raising, feeding, grazing, or breeding livestock as a part of a farming enterprise and does not follow a definite or routine pattern of disposing of acquired livestock through channels of trade in less than sixty (60) days after the date of acquisition as part of a farming enterprise as distinguished from that of a dealer or trader.

(4) The purchase of livestock by slaughtering establishments, meat processors, restaurants, grocery stores, meat markets, and similar businesses if:

(A) the livestock is purchased solely for the purpose of being processed into meat products for use or sale in connection with the business; and

(B) the total number of livestock purchased for the use or sale does not exceed twenty (20) in any one (1) week.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-14-1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-15-1-31.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-15-1-31.5
Seed distribution labeling requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 31.5. (a) After a seed has been processed, the seed must be labeled before distribution to any person, including a wholesaler.

(b) Labeling of seed supplied to a wholesaler may be by invoice or by an analysis tag attached to the invoice if each bag or other container is clearly identified by a lot number stenciled on the container or if the seed is in bulk. However, each bag that is not identified with an invoice or analysis tag must carry complete labeling.

As added by P.L.82-2026, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 15-17-11-10 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-17-11-10
Inspections
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) If the state veterinarian determines that an applicant for a disposal plant license has not complied with this chapter and the rules adopted under this chapter, the state veterinarian shall promptly mail the applicant the state veterinarian's written specific findings. The applicant may request in writing delivered to the state veterinarian a reinspection or reconsideration of the state veterinarian's findings. The state veterinarian shall not later than ten (10) days after the applicant's request make a similar second inspection, but is not required to make more than two (2) inspections of the same plant under one (1) application and the original payment of fees. However, the state veterinarian may make more than two (2) inspections if circumstances warrant additional inspections.

(b) If an application for a disposal plant license is denied, the applicant may reapply for a license by following the appropriate procedures and paying the required fees.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-16-10.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-4-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-17-4-13
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-4-13.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8. Repealed by P.L.100-2012, SEC.47.
Ind. Code § 15-17-11-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-17-11-11
New disposal plants: plans
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) A person desiring to construct a new disposal plant or reconstruct and reopen a disposal plant previously closed must submit to the state veterinarian a written request for a permit that includes the following information:

(1) A general statement of the applicant's proposed plan.

(2) The method of operating the business and disposal plant.

(3) Proof the disposal plant is located or will continue to be located at a site allowed by this chapter.

(4) Any other information required by the state veterinarian.

(b) In addition to the information required under subsection (a), the state veterinarian may require the applicant to submit detailed plans and specifications for the proposed disposal plant. The state veterinarian may submit the plans, specifications, and other information to any:

(1) qualified architects and engineers employed in any department of the state government; or

(2) qualified person not employed by the state;

to obtain advice concerning the proposed plant's compliance with this chapter and any rules adopted under this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-16-11.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-59.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-59.5
"Production area"
Status: in_force

Sec. 59.5. (a) "Production area" means the part of an AFO that includes the following:

(1) An animal confinement area.

(2) A manure storage area.

(3) A raw materials storage area.

(4) A waste containment area.

(5) An egg washing or egg processing facility.

(6) An area used in the:

(A) storage;

(B) handling;

(C) treatment; or

(D) disposal;

of mortalities.

(b) For purposes of subsection (a), an animal confinement area includes the following:

(1) An open lot.

(2) A housed lot.

(3) A feedlot.

(4) A confinement house.

(5) A stall barn.

(6) Free stall barns.

(7) A milkroom.

(8) A milking center.

(9) Cow yards.

(10) Barnyards.

(11) A medication pen.

(12) A walker.

(13) An animal walkway.

(14) A stable.

(c) For purposes of subsection (a), a manure storage area includes the following:

(1) A lagoon.

(2) A runoff pond.

(3) A storage shed.

(4) A stockpile.

(5) An under-house or pit storage.

(6) A liquid impoundment.

(7) A static pile.

(8) A composting pile.

(d) For purposes of subsection (a), a raw materials storage area includes the following:

(1) A feed silo.

(2) A silage bunker.

(3) Bedding materials.

(e) For purposes of subsection (a), a waste containment area includes the following:

(1) A settling basin.

(2) An area within berms and diversions that separates uncontaminated storm water.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-19-2-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-19-2-7
Per diem
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. Board members, excluding the chairman of the Indiana horse racing commission, are eligible to receive a per diem on days the board is in session.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-5.5-7.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-21 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-21
"Distributor"
Status: in_force

Sec. 21. "Distributor" means a person that:

(1) offers for sale;

(2) sells;

(3) barters; or

(4) supplies;

commercial fertilizers or manure based fertilizers.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-18-5-23 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-18-5-23
Annual report filed with director
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. (a) The board shall file a report with the director before October 1 of each year.

(b) The report required under subsection (a) must contain the following information:

(1) The income received from the assessments and penalties collected under this chapter for the preceding fiscal year.

(2) The expenditure of funds by the board during the year for the administration of this chapter.

(3) A brief description of all contracts requiring the expenditure of funds by the board and the action taken by the board on all contracts.

(4) An explanation of all programs relating to the discovery, promotion, and development of markets and industries for the use of dairy products and the direct expense associated with each program.

(5) The name and address of each member of the board.

(6) A brief description of the rules and orders adopted by the board.

(c) The report required under subsection (a) shall be available to the public upon request.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-4-23.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-17.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-17.5
"Cervidae"
Status: in_force

Sec. 17.5. "Cervidae", for purposes of IC 15-17-14.5 and IC 15-17-14.7, means privately owned members of the cervidae family, including deer, elk, moose, reindeer, and caribou.

As added by P.L.89-2016, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12.5-9 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12.5 / Section 15-15-12.5-9
"Market development"
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. As used in this chapter, "market development" means to:

(1) provide for the development of new or larger domestic and foreign markets for products derived from soybeans; and

(2) access federal government money available to the state to further the market development activities described in subdivision (1).

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-16-4-20 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-16-4-20
"Ingredient statement"
Status: in_force

Sec. 20. As used in this chapter, "ingredient statement" means any of the following:

(1) A statement of the name and percentage of each active ingredient, together with the total percentage of the inert ingredients, in the pesticide.

(2) A statement of the name of each active ingredient in decreasing order of abundance and the total percentage of active ingredients, together with the name of each and total percentage of the inert ingredients, if any, in the pesticide.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.5-2(14).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.120-2008, SEC.61.
Ind. Code § 15-19-4-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-19-4-1
Trapping, killing, or injuring; offense
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. A person who:

(1) traps, detains, injures, or kills a pigeon, knowing that the pigeon is a racing pigeon, homer, racing homer, or homing pigeon; and

(2) is not the owner of the pigeon;

commits a Class C infraction.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-15-1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 15-17-8-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-17-8-3
Employment of veterinarians
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) A sufficient number of veterinarians shall be employed to meet the requirements of this chapter. The veterinarians must:

(1) satisfy the requirements for an applicant to practice veterinary medicine set forth under IC 25-38.1;

(2) be licensed to practice in Indiana; and

(3) be accredited by the United States Department of Agriculture.

(b) The board shall supervise the veterinarians employed under this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-8-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-19-8-25 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-19-8-25
IPPA duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 25. The IPPA shall do the following:

(1) Employ personnel and contract for services that are necessary for the proper implementation of this chapter.

(2) Bond the IPPA treasurer and any other person as necessary to ensure adequate protection of funds received and administered by the IPPA.

(3) Authorize the expenditure of funds and the contracting of expenditures to conduct proper activities under this chapter.

(4) Annually establish priorities and prepare and approve a budget consistent with the estimated resources of the IPPA and the scope of this chapter.

(5) Annually provide:

(A) an activities report to the legislative council in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6; and

(B) an independent audit report to the state board of accounts.

(6) Procure and evaluate data and information necessary for the proper implementation of this chapter.

(7) Formulate and execute assessment procedures and methods of collection.

(8) Receive and investigate complaints and violations of this chapter.

(9) Take necessary enforcement action against an individual who violates this chapter.

(10) Maintain bylaws and operating procedures governing operations of the IPPA and the administration of funds collected under this chapter.

(11) Keep accurate accounts of all receipts and disbursements of funds handled by the IPPA and have the receipts and disbursements audited annually by a certified public accountant.

(12) Take any other action necessary to properly implement this chapter.

(13) Comply with the requirements under IC 5-14-1.5.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-18-2-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-18-2-11
Reimbursement
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. Board members shall be reimbursed by the creamery license division for actual traveling expenses and subsistence while attending a regular or called meeting.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-1-21(j).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12-24 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-15-12-24
Absentee ballots
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. (a) For purposes of the election of a district council member, the council shall provide an absentee ballot to every producer who:

(1) resides outside Indiana or expects to be absent from the district in which the producer resides on the day of the election; and

(2) requests an absentee ballot from the council at least five (5) days but not more than thirty (30) days before the election.

(b) A producer's absentee ballot is not valid unless the council receives the ballot from the producer at least two (2) days before the election.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-10-19.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-4-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-17-4-7
State veterinarian; salary
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The salary of the state veterinarian is fixed by the board with the approval of the governor.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-4-7.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-5-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-17-5-7
Transportation of equine carcasses, livestock, poultry not intended for human consumption, and carcasses of animals that died other than by slaughter
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. (a) A person may not sell, transport, offer for sale or transportation, or receive for transportation, in commerce, carcasses or parts of carcasses of horses, mules, or other equines or the meat or meat food products of equines, unless the carcasses are plainly and conspicuously marked or labeled or identified as required by rules adopted by the board to show the kinds of animals from which the carcasses were derived.

(b) A person may not buy, sell, transport, offer for sale or transportation, or receive for transportation, in commerce, livestock products or poultry products that are not intended for use as human food unless the products are denatured or identified as required by the rules of the board or are naturally inedible by humans.

(c) A person engaged in the business of buying, selling, or transporting in commerce, dead, dying, disabled, or diseased animals, or any parts of the carcasses of any animals that died other than by slaughter, may not buy, sell, transport, offer for sale or transportation, or receive for transportation, in commerce, dead, dying, disabled, or diseased livestock or poultry or the products of such animals that died other than by slaughter unless the transaction or transportation is made in accordance with rules adopted by the board to ensure that the animals, or the unwholesome parts or products of the animals, will be prevented from being used for human food purposes.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-24-9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-11-9-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 9 / Section 15-11-9-2
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 21-46-2-2.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.2. Repealed by P.L.120-2008, SEC.94.
Ind. Code § 15-16-4-66 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-16-4-66
Distribution of unregistered, adulterated, and misbranded products prohibited
Status: in_force

Sec. 66. A person may not distribute:

(1) an unregistered pesticide product;

(2) an adulterated pesticide product; or

(3) a misbranded pesticide product.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.5-18.1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-15-6-10 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-15-6-10
Confidential communications
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. Communications:

(1) between a farmer and:

(A) a member of the farmer's immediate family;

(B) an attorney;

(C) an accountant;

(D) a professional adviser; or

(E) a partner, an associate, or another individual engaged with the farmer in the farming enterprise for which the seed was purchased;

(2) regarding the terms of a seed contract; and

(3) made for the purpose of giving advice to the farmer;

are not a breach of a confidentiality provision in a seed contract.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-14-10.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-15-13-20 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-15-13-20
Violations; penalties
Status: in_force

Sec. 20. (a) A person who knowingly or intentionally violates:

(1) a term, condition, or requirement of a license issued; or

(2) a rule adopted;

under this chapter is subject to a civil penalty, determined by the state seed commissioner, not to exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per violation. The state seed commissioner may also revoke the license of a person who violates this subsection.

(b) A person who knowingly or intentionally:

(1) grows hemp;

(2) handles hemp; or

(3) sells agricultural hemp seed;

not including smokable hemp (as defined by IC 35-48-1.1-38), and is not licensed under this chapter, commits a Class A misdemeanor.

As added by P.L.190-2019, SEC.21. Amended by P.L.186-2025, SEC.106.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-5
"Certificate of financial responsibility"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "certificate of financial responsibility" means a notarized statement from an officer of a bank or other financial institution attesting to the fact that a licensee under this chapter has adequate financial resources equal to the amount of liability insurance or bonding required by rule under section 58 of this chapter to protect persons who may suffer legal damages as a result of the applicator's pesticide operations or the pest inspector's inspections.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-2(30).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-13-6-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-13-6-4
Powers and duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The advisory committee shall do the following:

(1) Serve as a liaison between the:

(A) commission;

(B) board; and

(C) general assembly.

(2) Review policies affecting the activities of the:

(A) commission;

(B) state fair;

(C) facilities at the fairgrounds; and

(D) property owned by the commission.

(3) Provide long range guidance for the:

(A) commission; and

(B) board.

(4) Review annually the:

(A) commission's; and

(B) board's;

budgets and other accounts and report financial conditions to the legislative council before December 1. A report under this subdivision to the legislative council must be in electronic format under IC 5-14-6.

(5) Further advise the budget committee regarding appropriations and other financial matters concerning the:

(A) commission; and

(B) board.

(6) Propose, review, and make recommendations concerning legislation affecting the:

(A) commission; and

(B) board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1-1.5-8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.92-2019, SEC.21; P.L.31-2023, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-17 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-17
"Licensed applicator not for hire"
Status: in_force

Sec. 17. As used in this chapter, "licensed applicator not for hire" means a licensed certified commercial applicator who is employed by a private employer to use or supervise the use of a restricted use pesticide only on the property of the employer.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-2(32).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.29-2024, SEC.27.
Ind. Code § 15-19-6-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-19-6-7
Recording of brands
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The board shall record livestock brands. The board shall implement this chapter and may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to implement this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-14-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 15-13-12-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-13-12-3
Duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The committee shall provide the commission with advice concerning agricultural education matters.

As added by P.L.92-2019, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 15-21-5-6 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 21 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-21-5-6
Consumer remedies
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) A customer who purchases a dog from a retail pet store is entitled to a remedy under subsection (c) if:

(1) not later than fourteen (14) days after the date of sale, a licensed veterinarian states in writing that:

(A) at the time of sale the dog was unfit for purchase due to illness, a disease, or the presence of symptoms of a contagious or infectious disease that are extreme enough to influence the general health of the dog, excluding fleas or ticks; or

(B) the dog has died from a disease that existed in the dog on or before the date of delivery of the dog to the customer; or

(2) not later than two (2) years after the date of sale, a licensed veterinarian states in writing that the dog:

(A) possesses a congenital or hereditary condition that severely affects the health of the dog or requires either hospitalization or a nonelective surgical procedure; or

(B) has died of a congenital or hereditary condition.

(b) The veterinarian's statement under subsection (a) must include:

(1) the customer's name and address;

(2) a statement that the veterinarian examined the dog;

(3) the date or dates that the dog was examined;

(4) the breed and age of the dog, if known;

(5) a statement that the dog has or had a disease, illness, or congenital or hereditary condition; and

(6) the findings of the examination or necropsy, including any lab results or copies of the results.

(c) A customer entitled to a remedy under this section may elect to do the following:

(1) If the dog is alive, retain the dog and be reimbursed for reasonable veterinary fees for diagnosis and treatment of the dog, not to exceed the purchase price of the dog.

(2) If the dog is deceased, be reimbursed:

(A) the full purchase price of the dog; and

(B) reasonable veterinary fees associated with the diagnosis and treatment of the dog, not to exceed the purchase price of the dog.

As added by P.L.4-2024, SEC.25.
Ind. Code § 15-13-2-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-13-2-13
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-2-10.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4. Repealed by P.L.177-2011, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 15-16-7-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-16-7-7
Board's powers and duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. The powers and duties of the weed control board include the following:

(1) Taking all necessary and proper steps to control and contain noxious weeds that have adverse significance on agricultural production in Indiana.

(2) Entering upon any land, public or private, at any reasonable time after giving forty-eight (48) hours notice to the person in possession of the land to inspect for noxious weeds, unless permission is granted to enter earlier.

(3) Purchasing supplies, material, and equipment.

(4) Acquiring by gift or purchase, holding, or disposing of, any real property in the name of the board, to include facilities as offices, laboratories, operational buildings, rights-of-way, and easements.

(5) Making contracts to carry out the duties of the board.

(6) Entering into cooperative agreements with appropriate organizations to assure technical assistance in developing and carrying out the purposes of the board.

(7) Identifying problems determined to be of importance to the public welfare and developing control programs appropriate to a situation.

(8) Undertaking investigations to determine the extent of infestation of noxious weed species, along with the effect of the infestation on agricultural production in the county.

(9) Employing the latest technological advances to control and contain noxious weeds in the county.

(10) Accepting gifts, grants of money, services, or property for any use consistent with the objectives of the board.

(11) Exercising all other powers necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter.

(12) Performing additional duties as the authorizing body may prescribe.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4.6-4.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-17-3-20 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-17-3-20
Funds from sources other than the state
Status: in_force

Sec. 20. The board may accept, use, and expend funds or other resources from sources other than the state if:

(1) the resources are awarded for the pursuit of a specific objective that the board is authorized to accomplish under this article or that the board is qualified to accomplish by reason of the board's jurisdiction or professional expertise;

(2) the resources are expended for the pursuit of the objective for which the resources are awarded;

(3) activities connected with or occasioned by the expenditure of the resources do not interfere with or impair the performance of the board's duties and responsibilities and do not conflict with the exercise of the board's powers and duties under this article;

(4) monetary resources are kept in separate accounts in the state treasury; and

(5) reports of the board's receipt and use of the resources are prepared periodically.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-3-20.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-15-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 15 / Section 15-17-15-4
Brucellosis reactors
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. Cattle that react positively to a brucellosis test may not be sold for any purpose other than immediate slaughter. If cattle first react positively to a brucellosis test at a livestock auction market, community sale, or public stockyard, the owner or consignor of the cattle may remove the cattle to the owner's or consignor's premises, subject to quarantine laws and restrictions prescribed by the board. If a retest is negative, the animal may be sold in the same manner as any other animal that reacts negatively.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-15-6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-13-3-10 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-13-3-10
Annual report
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) Promptly following the close of a fiscal year, the commission shall submit an annual report of the commission's activities for the preceding year to the:

(1) governor;

(2) budget committee; and

(3) general assembly.

(b) The annual report submitted under this section to the general assembly must be in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6.

(c) The annual report must set forth a complete operating and financial statement of the commission during that year.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-3-10.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-22.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-22.5
"Cultivated meat product"
Status: in_force

Sec. 22.5. "Cultivated meat product" means animal protein grown in a facility from extracted animal stem cells and arranged in a similar structure as animal tissues to replicate the sensory and nutritional profiles of meat products.

As added by P.L.229-2025, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-12-1-52 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-12-1-52
Governance of certificates of stock and membership
Status: reserved

Sec. 52. Certificates of stock or of membership issued, transferred, redeemed, or canceled by an association are governed by this chapter and the articles of incorporation and bylaws of the association.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-1-33.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-11-2-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-11-2-5
Rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The department may adopt rules under IC 4-22-2 to carry out the duties, purposes, and functions of the department.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-9-2-4.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-18-2-22 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-18-2-22
Plant license
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. The creamery license division shall issue a plant license to every dairy processing plant, receiving station, milk factory, cheese factory, condensery, ice cream factory, or other person that complies with section 18 of this chapter and pays to the creamery license division seventy-five dollars ($75) plus a fee of:

(1) twelve dollars ($12) per million on milk receipts of at least ten million (10,000,000) but not more than fifty million (50,000,000) pounds;

(2) nine dollars ($9) per million on milk receipts of at least fifty million (50,000,000) but not more than one hundred million (100,000,000) pounds; and

(3) five dollars ($5) per million on milk receipts of at least one hundred million (100,000,000) pounds;

during the preceding year ending December 31. The maximum fee may not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) regardless of volume received. Out-of-state milk receipts are exempt from the payment of fees.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-1-12(a).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-60 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-60
"Public water supply surface intake structure"
Status: in_force

Sec. 60. "Public water supply surface intake structure" means any structure used for the purpose of providing water through a public water supply system.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12.5-32 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12.5 / Section 15-15-12.5-32
Failure to remit assessments; comments; civil action; penalty
Status: in_force

Sec. 32. (a) If a first purchaser fails to remit the assessments collected during a period specified in section 28 of this chapter within thirty (30) days after the end of the period, the ISA shall contact the first purchaser and allow the first purchaser to present comments to the ISA concerning:

(1) the status and amount of the assessments due; and

(2) reasons why the ISA should not bring legal action against the first purchaser.

(b) After allowing a first purchaser the opportunity to present comments, the ISA:

(1) may adjust the amount of the assessments due, if the first purchaser's comments reveal that the ISA's figure is inaccurate;

(2) may assess a penalty against the first purchaser;

(3) shall:

(A) assess a fee for an unpaid assessment due the ISA, from a person responsible for remitting assessments, at the rate of two percent (2%) of the amount of the unpaid assessment each month, beginning with the day following the date the assessment is due under this subsection; and

(B) if there is any remaining amount due after the assessment of the fee under clause (A), assess a fee at the same rate on the corresponding day of each month thereafter until the entire amount of the unpaid assessment is paid;

(4) shall compute the amounts payable on unpaid assessments under this section monthly and include any unpaid late charges previously applied under this section; and

(5) shall determine the date of a payment for purposes of this subsection by the postmark applied to the remitting envelope or the date of the missed assessment.

(c) If a first purchaser fails to remit assessments after being allowed to present comments under subsection (a) or to pay any penalty assessed under subsection (b), the ISA may bring a civil action against the first purchaser in a circuit, superior, or municipal court of any county. The action shall be tried and a judgment rendered as in any other proceeding for the collection of a debt. In an action under this subsection, the ISA may obtain:

(1) a judgment in the amount of all unremitted assessments and any unpaid penalty; and

(2) an award of the costs of bringing the action.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-17-14.7-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 14.7 / Section 15-17-14.7-2
"Licensed owner"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "licensed owner" means an owner of a hunting preserve who holds a license issued under this chapter.

As added by P.L.89-2016, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12-28 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-15-12-28
Council meetings
Status: in_force

Sec. 28. (a) The council shall meet at least three (3) times in each marketing year at the call of the president or at the request of two-thirds (2/3) of the members of the council.

(b) The council shall comply with the requirements under IC 5-14-1.5 (open door law).

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-10-23.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-13-2-6 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-13-2-6
Per diem and traveling expenses
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) Each member of the commission who is not a state employee is entitled to the minimum salary per diem provided by IC 4-10-11-2.1(b). The member is also entitled to reimbursement for traveling expenses as provided under IC 4-13-1-4 and other expenses actually incurred in connection with the member's duties as provided in the state policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency.

(b) Each member of the commission who is a state employee is entitled to reimbursement for traveling expenses as provided under IC 4-13-1-4 and other expenses actually incurred in connection with the member's duties as provided in the state policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-2-6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-15-5-18 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-15-5-18
Answer to complaint; filing fee
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. (a) Not later than twenty (20) days after receipt of a copy of the complaint, the seller shall file with the commissioner an answer to the complaint and serve a copy of the answer upon the buyer by certified mail.

(b) The seller shall pay a filing fee of one hundred dollars ($100) to the commissioner when the seller files the answer to the complaint under subsection (a).

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-11-15.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-14.7-12 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 14.7 / Section 15-17-14.7-12
Hunting season; bag limits; hunting fees
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) Permitted animals may be hunted on a hunting preserve licensed under this chapter from September 1 through March 1 between one-half (1/2) hour before sunrise and one-half (1/2) hour after sunset.

(b) For permitted animals taken on a hunting preserve there is not a bag limit, and both male and female animals may be taken.

(c) A licensed owner may charge fees for hunting on the hunting preserve that reflect the class of permitted animal hunted.

As added by P.L.89-2016, SEC.18.
Ind. Code § 15-17-14.5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 14.5 / Section 15-17-14.5-5
Animal standards of care
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. The board may establish under IC 15-17-3-23 standards of care for animals on cervidae livestock operations.

As added by P.L.89-2016, SEC.17.
Ind. Code § 15-11-9-1.2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 9 / Section 15-11-9-1.2
Expired
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.165-2024, SEC.1. Expired 12-1-2025 by P.L.165-2024, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-11-2-10 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-11-2-10
Statewide microfarm zones
Status: in_force

Sec. 10. (a) The department shall conduct a study to evaluate the feasibility of establishing community or urban microfarm zones statewide.

(b) The study conducted under subsection (a) must include the following:

(1) A summary of existing studies and literature regarding the feasibility of establishing community or urban microfarm zones statewide.

(2) Identification of zoning templates and best practices for community or urban microfarm management.

(3) Opportunities for partnerships with the Purdue University cooperative extension service, local health departments, health care providers, and educational institutions.

(c) Not later than December 1, 2027, the department shall submit a report to the general assembly, in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6, with the following information:

(1) The findings regarding subsection (b)(1) through (b)(3).

(2) A specific finding as to:

(A) whether and how community or urban microfarm zones could work in Indiana; and

(B) what options are available for future pilot programs or technical assistance.

(3) A recommendation for:

(A) standards to ensure safety and compatibility; and

(B) future legislation to implement community or urban microfarm zones.

As added by P.L.71-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-11-3-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-11-3-3
Employees; appointment; compensation
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The director may appoint employees and fix their compensation, subject to the approval of the budget agency under IC 4-12-1-13.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-9-3-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.6-2012, SEC.107.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-39 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-39
Administration of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 39. This chapter shall be administered by the state chemist.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1-4.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-16-1-4.5
"Facility for the storage of ammonia or ammonia solutions"
Status: in_force

Sec. 4.5. As used in this chapter, "facility for the storage of ammonia or ammonia solutions" means a facility in which ammonia or ammonia solutions are:

(1) stored by a person that manufactures or distributes ammonia or ammonia solutions;

(2) stored in stationary containers; or

(3) stored in mobile containers for more than thirty (30) days in a calendar year.

As added by P.L.143-2017, SEC.3. Amended by P.L.86-2018, SEC.165.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12-36 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-15-12-36
Failure to remit assessments; hearing; civil action; penalty
Status: in_force

Sec. 36. (a) If a first purchaser fails to remit the assessments collected during a period specified in section 32 of this chapter within thirty (30) days after the end of the period, the council shall contact the first purchaser and allow the first purchaser to present comments to the council concerning:

(1) the status and amount of the assessments due; and

(2) reasons why the council should not bring legal action against the first purchaser.

(b) After allowing a first purchaser the opportunity to present comments, the council:

(1) may adjust the amount of the assessments due, if the first purchaser's comments reveal that the council's figure is inaccurate;

(2) may assess a penalty against the first purchaser;

(3) shall:

(A) assess a fee for an unpaid assessment due the council, from a person responsible for remitting assessments, at the rate of two percent (2%) of the amount of the unpaid assessment each month, beginning with the day following the date the assessment is due under this subsection; and

(B) if there is any remaining amount due after the assessment of the fee under clause (A), assess a fee at the same rate on the corresponding day of each month thereafter until the entire amount of the unpaid assessment is paid;

(4) shall compute the amounts payable on unpaid assessments under this section monthly and include any unpaid late charges previously applied under this section; and

(5) shall determine the date of a payment for purposes of this subsection by the postmark applied to the remitting envelope.

(c) If a first purchaser fails to remit assessments after being allowed to present comments under subsection (a) or to pay any penalty assessed under subsection (b), the council may bring a civil action against the first purchaser in a circuit, superior, or municipal court of any county. The action shall be tried and a judgment rendered as in any other proceeding for the collection of a debt. In an action under this subsection, the council may obtain:

(1) a judgment in the amount of all unremitted assessments and any unpaid penalty; and

(2) an award of the costs of bringing the action.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-10-30.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-8-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-17-8-7
County appropriation; carry over
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. Any unused part of an appropriation under this chapter is available for use in the following year.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-8-8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-88 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-88
"Poultry product"
Status: in_force

Sec. 88. (a) "Poultry product", for purposes of IC 15-17-5, means a poultry carcass, part of a poultry carcass, or a product that is made wholly or in part from a poultry carcass or part of a poultry carcass.

(b) The term does not include products that:

(1) contain poultry ingredients only in a relatively small proportion or historically have not been considered by consumers as products of the poultry food industry; and

(2) are exempted by the board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-39.8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12-19 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-15-12-19
Vacancies
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. (a) If a member of the council elected or appointed under section 21(a), 21(b), 21(c), or 21(d) of this chapter ceases to meet one (1) or more of the qualifications set forth in section 17(b) of this chapter, the member's term of office terminates and the member's office becomes vacant.

(b) Whenever an elected council member's office becomes vacant before the expiration of the member's term of office, the council shall fill the vacancy by appointing a replacement member who meets the qualifications set forth in section 17(b) of this chapter. The appointee shall serve for the remainder of the unexpired term.

(c) Whenever the office of a member appointed under section 21(e), 21(f), 21(g), or 21(h) of this chapter becomes vacant, the appointing authority who appointed the member shall fill the vacancy. An appointee under this subsection shall serve for the remainder of the unexpired term.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-10-14.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.98-2012, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1-6 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-16-1-6
Administration of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. The state chemist or the state chemist's agent shall administer this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-2-2.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12-23 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-15-12-23
Ballots; petitions; forms
Status: in_force

Sec. 23. (a) The ballot for the election of a district council member must include the name of each producer who:

(1) meets the qualifications set forth in section 17(b) of this chapter; and

(2) files with the council, not later than June 30 of the year of the election, a petition in support of candidacy signed by ten (10) other producers who reside in the district.

(b) The council shall provide petition forms upon request and shall make forms available:

(1) at cooperative extension service offices located in the district; and

(2) via the council's website.

(c) The council shall allow a producer to request a ballot through the council's website.

(d) A name other than the names of the producers who have qualified under this section may not be printed on the ballot by the council. All names on the ballot must be listed in alphabetical order based on the producer's surname.

(e) The council shall require each producer who submits a ballot to provide a separate attestation that the person is an eligible producer.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-10-18.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.98-2012, SEC.7; P.L.23-2026, SEC.115.
Ind. Code § 15-15-11-8 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-15-11-8
"Producer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. As used in this chapter, "producer" means an individual, a firm, a limited liability company, a corporation, a partnership, or an unincorporated association engaged in Indiana in the business of producing for market or receiving income from an agricultural commodity in commercial quantities.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-3.5-1(g).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-14 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-14
"Can milk route"
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. "Can milk route" means a group of dairy farms from which milk is collected in milk cans and transported to a milk plant, receiving station, or transfer station.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-9.6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-19-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 19 / Section 15-17-19-2
Enforcement; attorney general; prosecuting attorney
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. This article may be enforced by any appropriate action in the name of the state of Indiana, filed and conducted by the attorney general or the appropriate prosecuting attorney.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-20-2.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-19-7-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-19-7-13
"Percent"
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. As used in this chapter, "percent" or "percentage" means percentage by weight.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(14).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2.7-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2.7 / Section 15-16-2.7-5
Application of unmanipulated organic fertilizer to frozen or snow covered ground
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) Except as provided in subsection (b), a person may not apply unmanipulated organic fertilizer to frozen or snow covered ground as follows:

(1) Within two hundred (200) feet of surface water.

(2) Within a floodway.

(3) In an amount that exceeds fifty percent (50%) of the agronomic rate for the planned crop.

(4) With greater than two percent (2%) slope unless the ground has:

(A) at least forty percent (40%) crop residue; or

(B) a vegetative cover crop.

(b) A person is not prohibited from applying unmanipulated organic fertilizer under this section if the unmanipulated organic fertilizer is applied by means of injection or same day incorporation.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.43.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-8 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-8
"Defoliant"
Status: in_force

Sec. 8. As used in this chapter, "defoliant" means any substance or mixture of substances intended for causing the leaves or foliage to drop from a plant, with or without causing abscission.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-2(8).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-16-6-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-16-6-13
State entomologist; cooperation
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. The state entomologist shall:

(1) cooperate with a horticultural or quarantine association in the state in efforts to prevent, locate, check, or eradicate injurious insects or fruit disease; and

(2) periodically or upon request send all available information relating to injurious insects and plant diseases, including methods of detection and treatment, to the board of directors of a horticultural or quarantine association.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-7-13.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-65 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-65
"Sell" or "sale"
Status: in_force

Sec. 65. "Sell" or "sale" includes exchange.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-16-1.5-50 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 1.5 / Section 15-16-1.5-50
"Operational area"
Status: in_force

Sec. 50. "Operational area" means an area or areas at a storage facility where fertilizers are:

(1) transferred, loaded, unloaded, or mixed; or

(2) cleaned or washed from:

(A) containers; or

(B) application, storage, or transportation equipment.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-21-3-2.3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 21 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-21-3-2.3
Retail pet store registration; penalty for false registration
Status: in_force

Sec. 2.3. (a) A retail pet store shall file an initial registration with the board in a form prescribed by the board.

(b) After the initial registration under subsection (a), a retail pet store shall register annually with the board in a manner prescribed by the board.

(c) The board shall provide for notice of the upcoming expiration of registration to each registrant at least thirty (30) days before the expiration of the registration.

(d) A retail pet store that fails to renew its registration will receive a warning on a form prescribed by the board indicating that it has thirty (30) days to renew its registration or the retail pet store can no longer operate.

(e) A person that registers or renews a registration as a retail pet store must include the following in the registration or renewal application:

(1) The name and address of the person's retail pet store.

(2) The name and address of the person operating the retail pet store.

(3) Any other information related to taxation that is required by the board.

(f) An entity that owns and operates more than one (1) retail pet store shall register all of the retail pet stores owned and operated by the entity in Indiana.

(g) The board may impose a civil penalty of not more than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) on a person that knowingly or intentionally makes a material misstatement in a retail pet store registration statement.

As added by P.L.4-2024, SEC.16.
Ind. Code § 15-16-4-38 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-16-4-38
"Rodenticide"
Status: in_force

Sec. 38. As used in this chapter, "rodenticide" means any substance or mixture of substances intended for:

(1) preventing;

(2) destroying;

(3) repelling; or

(4) mitigating;

rodents or any other vertebrate animal that the board declares to be a pest.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.5-2(28).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-19-7-26 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-19-7-26
Commercial feed label information
Status: in_force

Sec. 26. A commercial feed, except a customer formula feed, must be accompanied by a label bearing the following information:

(1) The product name and the brand name, if any, under which the commercial feed is distributed as described in section 26.2(a)(1) of this chapter.

(2) If a drug is used in the commercial feed, a label as stipulated in section 26.2(a)(2) of this chapter.

(3) A purpose statement as stipulated in section 26.2(a)(3) of this chapter.

(4) The guaranteed analysis as stipulated in section 26.3 of this chapter.

(5) The feed ingredients as stipulated in section 26.2(a)(4) of this chapter.

(6) The directions for use and precautionary statements as stipulated in section 26.2(a)(5) of this chapter.

(7) The name and principal mailing address of the manufacturer or person responsible for distributing the feed as stipulated in section 26.2(a)(6) of this chapter.

(8) The quantity statement as stipulated in section 26.2(a)(7) of this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10. Amended by P.L.120-2008, SEC.88; P.L.99-2012, SEC.33; P.L.16-2026, SEC.19.
Ind. Code § 15-21-1-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 21 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-21-1-5
"Commercial dog broker"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. "Commercial dog broker" means a person:

(1) who is a Class "B" licensee under 9 CFR 1.1; or

(2) who sells at least five hundred (500) dogs in a calendar year.

As added by P.L.111-2009, SEC.4. Amended by P.L.4-2024, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-15-13-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-15-13-3
"Crop"
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "crop" means any hemp grown under a single license.

As added by P.L.165-2014, SEC.1. Amended by P.L.190-2019, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-18-2-9 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-18-2-9
Creamery examining board; membership
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) The creamery examining board is established. The board consists of eight (8) members composed of the following:

(1) Three (3) producers of milk and cream.

(2) Three (3) processors of milk and cream.

(3) One (1) member of the animal sciences department who shall be appointed by the dean of agriculture of Purdue University.

(4) One (1) milk hauler.

The board shall elect a chairperson annually.

(b) Two (2) of the producer members shall be elected to the board by the board of directors of the Indiana Dairy Producers, Inc. The third producer member shall be elected to the board by the Indiana State Dairy Association. If an organization is unable to elect a producer to the board, then the other organization shall elect the producer to the board. However, if both organizations are unable to elect a producer to the board, the dean of agriculture of Purdue University shall appoint a producer to fill the open position after consulting with dairy producers in Indiana.

(c) The three (3) processor members shall be elected to the board by the Midwest Dairy Products Association. If the Midwest Dairy Products Association is not able to elect a processor to the board, the dean of agriculture of Purdue University shall appoint a processor to fill the open position after consulting with dairy processors in Indiana.

(d) The Midwest Dairy Products Association shall elect one (1) member each year. The board of directors of the Indiana Dairy Producers, Inc., shall elect a producer member to the board two (2) out of every three (3) years and the Indiana State Dairy Association shall select a producer member during the third year.

(e) The milk hauler member shall be appointed to the board by the dean of agriculture of Purdue University.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: subsection (a) formerly 15-6-1-21(a); subsection (b) formerly 15-6-1-21(b); subsection (c) formerly 15-6-1-21(c); subsection (d) formerly 15-6-1-21(e); subsection (e) formerly 15-6-1-21(f).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2014, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-75 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-75
"Official inspection legend"
Status: in_force

Sec. 75. "Official inspection legend" means a symbol prescribed by rules of the board showing that an article was inspected and passed in accordance with IC 15-17-5.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-32.6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-15-2-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-15-2-5
Violations; exceptions
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) A person that:

(1) offers for sale, sells, or provides by sample a package, a sample, or a quantity of a pure or mixed culture of microorganisms or materials used for promoting plant growth to which the label prescribed by section 4 of this chapter is not affixed;

(2) labels a substance described in subdivision (1) with a false or inaccurate label; or

(3) offers for sale or sells a substance described in subdivision (1) that is not registered with the state chemist;

as required by this chapter commits a Class C infraction.

(b) This chapter does not prevent:

(1) the state chemist;

(2) the Purdue University office of agricultural research programs; or

(3) a person deputized by the state chemist;

from making experiments with pure or mixed cultures of microorganisms or materials used for promoting plant growth for the advancement of the science of agriculture.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-4-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-13-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-17-13-5
Identification of pigs
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Pigs sold through:

(1) stockyards;

(2) livestock auction markets; or

(3) places of business where pigs are assembled for resale, other than pigs sold for immediate slaughter;

must be identified using an identification approved by the board before being moved from the point of sale.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-12-7.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-54 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-54
Private applicator; certification
Status: in_force

Sec. 54. (a) A private applicator may not be issued a permit to use a restricted use pesticide without first complying with the certification requirements, including passing an examination, determined by the state chemist necessary to prevent unreasonable adverse effects on the environment, including injury to the applicator or other persons.

(b) Certification standards to determine a person's competency with respect to the use and handling of the pesticide or class of pesticides that the private applicator is to be certified to use must be relative to hazards as described in section 45 of this chapter. In determining these standards, the state chemist shall observe those standards for private applicator certification provided by the United States Environmental Protection Agency.

(c) A fee of twenty dollars ($20) must be paid to the state chemist by each person applying for a certification as a private applicator under this section.

(d) If the state chemist does not certify the private applicator under this section, the state chemist shall inform the applicant of the reasons the applicant was not certified and return the applicant's application fee.

(e) As required by 40 CFR 171, the state chemist may require additional knowledge to ensure that applicators continue to meet the requirements of changing technology and to assure a continuing level of competence and ability to use pesticides safely and properly.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.29-2024, SEC.45.
Ind. Code § 15-15-4-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-15-4-3
Compliance with rules; control of certification work by Purdue University
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. (a) A person, a firm, an association, a limited liability company, or a corporation that is subject to this chapter shall observe, perform, and comply with all rules and requirements fixed, established, or specified by Purdue University as to the crops grown or to be grown in Indiana that are eligible for certification under this chapter and concerning:

(1) the conduct of;

(2) the standards and requirements for; and

(3) the forms of and for;

certification by Purdue University or by an authorized agent of Purdue University.

(b) Not more than one (1) agent for certification under this chapter may be designated for a specified crop.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-6-2.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-14-7-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 14 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-14-7-4
Tax levy; duration
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. The county council may levy an annual tax of not more than three and thirty-three hundredths cents ($0.0333) on each one hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation to:

(1) construct;

(2) operate; or

(3) maintain;

a building owned and operated by a 4-H club described in section 2 of this chapter. The tax may be levied only until the building has been constructed or for not more than five (5) years, whichever occurs first. After the building has been constructed, the county council may levy an annual tax of not more than sixty-seven hundredths of one cent ($0.0067) on each one hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation to operate and maintain the building.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1-6-2(c).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 15-12-1-40 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-12-1-40
Limitation on the use of the term "cooperative"
Status: in_force

Sec. 40. A person, or a firm, a limited liability company, a corporation, or an association organized in Indiana after February 23, 1925, may not use the word "cooperative" as part of its corporate or other business name or title for cooperative activities of producers of agricultural products unless it has complied with this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-1-20.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-10.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-10.5
"Direct supervision"
Status: in_force

Sec. 10.5. As used in this chapter, "direct supervision" refers to the supervision required under 40 CFR 171.201 of a noncertified individual who uses a restricted use pesticide.

As added by P.L.29-2024, SEC.22.
Ind. Code § 15-20-4-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 20 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-20-4-4
Exemptions
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) A companion animal may be exempted from the requirements of section 3 of this chapter if a veterinarian (as defined in IC 15-17-2-102) determines, following an examination, that the companion animal:

(1) has a permanent health condition that precludes safe administration of a spay-neuter procedure;

(2) has a health condition that precludes safe administration of a spay-neuter procedure, but:

(A) the veterinarian determines that the health condition is not permanent and can be treated to allow for safe administration of a spay-neuter procedure not more than one hundred twenty (120) days after the date of the examination; and

(B) a deposit of seventy-five dollars ($75) is made to the animal care facility before adoption; or

(3) is less than six (6) months of age on the date of the examination and:

(A) the veterinarian determines that the companion animal cannot be safely spayed or neutered due to the age of the animal; and

(B) a deposit of seventy-five dollars ($75) is made to the animal care facility before adoption.

(b) In addition, a companion animal may be exempted from the requirements of section 3 of this chapter if:

(1) the companion animal is less than six (6) months of age, but is at an age as determined by the animal care facility in consultation with a veterinarian (as defined in IC 15-17-2-102) at which the companion animal can be safely spayed or neutered; and

(2) a deposit of seventy-five dollars ($75) is made to the animal care facility before adoption.

As added by P.L.201-2016, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-27 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-27
"Employee"
Status: in_force

Sec. 27. "Employee" means a person employed by the board, including the state veterinarian, assistant state veterinarian, deputies, and assistants.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-16.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-15-5-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-15-5-11
Authority of council; investigations; hearings; subpoenas
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. The council may do the following:

(1) Examine all nonprivileged records of the buyer and the seller that the council considers relevant to a complaint filed under this chapter.

(2) Investigate and conduct tests the council considers necessary to determine the validity of the complaint. The council may enter into contracts with qualified persons to perform investigations and tests under this subdivision.

(3) Hold hearings at the times and places designated by the chairperson to perform the functions described in section 10 of this chapter. Written notice of a hearing must be given to the buyer and the seller not later than twenty (20) days before the hearing. Each party must be given an opportunity to present its position at a hearing.

(4) Negotiate and recommend to the buyer and the seller conditions for settlement of a complaint.

(5) Hold hearings to present:

(A) the results of the investigation of a complaint; and

(B) the recommendations to the buyer and the seller for settlement of the complaint.

(6) Compel either or both of the following by subpoena:

(A) The attendance and testimony of witnesses.

(B) The production of documents.

If the council issues a subpoena, the circuit or superior court of the county in which a subpoena is to be served shall enforce the subpoena.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-11-8.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-12-1-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-12-1-11
Association; membership; issuance of stock
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) An association may under the terms and conditions prescribed in the bylaws adopted by the association admit as members or issue common and voting stock to any of the following:

(1) The individuals or political subdivisions of Indiana that meet the requirements of subsection (b).

(2) The associations that meet the requirements of subsection (c).

(b) To meet the requirements of this subsection, individuals or political subdivisions must be engaged in the production of agricultural products. For purposes of this section, a lessor or landlord of land used for the production of agricultural products or any individual devoting a substantial part of the individual's time to assisting others to produce agricultural products, whether employed by a farmer, an agricultural cooperative corporation, or an association, is considered to be engaged in the production of agricultural products. Except as otherwise provided in this section, the holders of common stock of an association limited by its articles of incorporation to one (1) or more particular agricultural services must be producers of agricultural products that use the articles or services to which the activities of the association are limited.

(c) An association:

(1) organized under or governed by this chapter or organized under or governed by the agricultural law of another state of the United States; or

(2) that complies with 7 U.S.C. 291 and 7 U.S.C. 292, whether incorporated in or outside the United States, and with acts amendatory or supplementary to 7 U.S.C. 291 and 7 U.S.C. 292;

may become a member or stockholder of any association or associations organized under this chapter. Any corporation, however organized, that is lawfully engaged in the production of agricultural products, either as owner, lessor, or lessee of land used for the production of agricultural products, may become a stockholder or member in any association that is organized under this chapter and for which more than one-half (1/2) of the value of the association's business consists of the patronage of individuals who are direct producers of agricultural products.

(d) A member of an association organized under this chapter that is not an individual may be represented by any individual authorized to do so in writing by the member.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-1-6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-16-8-12 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-16-8-12
Assistance to township trustees
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. (a) The Purdue University cooperative extension service shall provide technical assistance to township trustees for the control of detrimental plants.

(b) All law enforcement agencies having jurisdiction in a township shall assist the township trustee in carrying out the duties imposed on the trustee under this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4-8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-17-10-12 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-17-10-12
Purchasing animals for disease study
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. The board may purchase an animal or object to prevent, detect, control, and eradicate diseases and pests of animals.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-18-16.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-78 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-78
"Officially designated laboratory"
Status: in_force

Sec. 78. "Officially designated laboratory" means:

(1) a commercial laboratory authorized and certified by the board to do official work; or

(2) an industry laboratory authorized and certified by the board to do official work.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-32.9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12-38 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-15-12-38
Procedures for termination if refunds are greater than 25%
Status: in_force

Sec. 38. (a) For the marketing year beginning October 1, 2009, if at least twenty-five percent (25%) of the assessment is refunded during the marketing year, the council shall:

(1) cease collecting the assessment on January 1 of the subsequent year;

(2) maintain a sufficient amount of money to pay any refunds requested by producers; and

(3) request that the legislative council have legislation prepared to repeal the corn market law.

(b) If for the marketing year beginning October 1, 2009, less than twenty-five percent (25%) of the assessments are refunded, the council shall review the refunds for each year beginning with the marketing year beginning October 1, 2010. If refunds exceed twenty-five percent (25%) in two (2) consecutive marketing years, the council shall:

(1) cease collecting the assessment on January 1 of the subsequent year;

(2) maintain a sufficient amount of money to pay any refunds requested by producers; and

(3) request that the legislative council have legislation prepared to repeal the corn market law.

(c) The dean of agriculture and the council shall report to the legislative council the amounts collected and refunded. The report to the legislative council must be in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-10-33.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-14-6 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 14 / Section 15-17-14-6
Maintenance of bond
Status: in_force

Sec. 6. (a) Except as provided under sections 7 and 8 of this chapter, before operating a livestock dealer business, a person must execute and maintain a bond or bond equivalent that meets the requirements of this section.

(b) The form of the bond or bond equivalent shall be prescribed by the board and must meet the following minimum requirements:

(1) The instrument must be payable to the state of Indiana, as obligee, for any person who may be damaged as a result of a breach of the conditions of the instrument.

(2) The terms of the instrument must secure the performance of the licensee's obligations under this chapter. The instrument must specifically provide that the dealer will pay all legal claims that may accrue in favor of any seller of livestock in Indiana.

(3) The surety on any livestock dealer bond or bond equivalent must be a surety company authorized to do business in Indiana.

(4) The bond or bond equivalent is considered to be continuous unless otherwise specified. The instrument must contain a provision requiring that, before terminating the instrument, the terminating party must serve to the board either:

(A) written notice of termination at least thirty (30) days before the effective date of the termination; or

(B) notice of a valid replacement bond or bond equivalent that provides continuous coverage.

(c) The livestock dealer bond or bond equivalent required under this section must be an amount that is not less than the next highest multiple of five thousand dollars ($5,000) above the quotient of:

(1) the dollar amount of livestock transactions conducted by the license applicant during the preceding twelve (12) months, or in that part of the year in which the applicant did business; divided by

(2) the number of days on which business was conducted.

(d) The following apply to the calculation set forth in subsection (c):

(1) The number of days on which business was conducted in a year may not exceed one hundred thirty (130).

(2) The amount of the bond or bond equivalent may not be less than ten thousand dollars ($10,000), and when the requirements exceed fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) under the calculations as specified in subsection (c), the amount of the instrument need not exceed fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) plus ten percent (10%) of the excess raised to the next multiple of five thousand dollars ($5,000).

(e) If the gross amount of business transacted during a twelve (12) month period changes and warrants an increase in the amount of bond or bond equivalent coverage required under this chapter, the dealer shall have the bond or bond equivalent adjusted to comply with this chapter. If the gross amount of business changes to warrant a decrease in the amount of bond or bond equivalent required under this chapter, the dealer may have the bond or bond equivalent adjusted accordingly.

(f) A licensee may furnish a blanket bond or bond equivalent, based upon the gross amount of business transacted on an annual basis for each enterprise operated under the same ownership, instead of individual instruments for each enterprise operated.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: subsection (a) formerly 15-2.1-14-6(a); subsection (b) formerly 15-2.1-14-6(b); subsection (c) formerly 15-2.1-14-6(c); subsection (d) formerly 15-2.1-14-6(d); subsection (e) formerly 15-2.1-14-6(e); subsection (f) formerly 15-2.1-14-6(f).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-13-8-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-13-8-5
Nonreversion of fund
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. Money in the fund at the end of a state fiscal year does not revert to the state general fund.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-7-5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-16-4-24.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-16-4-24.5
"Material damage"
Status: in_force

Sec. 24.5. As used in this chapter, "material damage" means any:

(1) functional impairment of surface features, structures, or facilities;

(2) physical change that has a significant adverse impact on the nontarget site's capability to support any current or reasonably foreseeable uses;

(3) significant loss in production or income; or

(4) significant change in condition, appearance, or utility of a structure or facility.

As added by P.L.29-2024, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-17-11-18 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 11 / Section 15-17-11-18
Transportation vehicles: cleaning
Status: in_force

Sec. 18. After the bodies of dead animals have been unloaded from a transport vehicle, the transport vehicle and all parts of the transport vehicle must be thoroughly:

(1) washed out with steam or hot water; and

(2) cleansed and disinfected in a manner and with a solution as the state veterinarian may prescribe by rule.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-16-18.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-19-7-7.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-19-7-7.5
"Immediate container"
Status: in_force

Sec. 7.5. (a) As used in this chapter, "immediate container" means the:

(1) unit;

(2) can;

(3) box;

(4) tin;

(5) bag; or

(6) other receptacle or covering;

in which a pet food or specialty pet food is displayed for sale to retail purchasers.

(b) The term does not include containers used as shipping containers.

As added by P.L.16-2026, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-7 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-7
"Commercial applicator"
Status: in_force

Sec. 7. As used in this chapter, "commercial applicator" means a certified applicator, whether or not a private applicator with respect to some uses, who:

(1) uses or supervises the use of restricted use pesticide products; or

(2) uses general use pesticide products or fertilizer materials for hire;

for any purpose or on any property other than as provided by section 30 of this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-2(7).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.91-2020, SEC.13; P.L.29-2024, SEC.21.
Ind. Code § 15-18-2-14 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-18-2-14
Basis of milk purchases; fresh samples; composite samples
Status: in_force

Sec. 14. (a) Milk and cream must be purchased on the basis of weight or volume and:

(1) the butterfat content;

(2) the protein content; or

(3) a combination of butterfat and protein content;

as determined by any test or tests approved by the board, which may also have been designated official by AOAC International.

(b) A payment for milk must be made either on the basis of:

(1) a fresh sample taken and tested according to procedures established under rules adopted by the board; or

(2) a composite test.

A composite sample must cover a period of not more than sixteen (16) days. In each plant, all composite samples must cover the same period for each test and succeeding periods must be as nearly equal as possible. All composite samples must cover the same period. A uniform sample consisting of at least ten (10) cubic centimeters of milk must be taken each day, except when milk is frozen or partly churned, from the milk furnished by each person. An approved preservative must be added to the sample and each composite sample must be held in an approved, rubber stoppered, airtight bottle that is plainly labeled to show the name or number of the person whose milk the composite sample represents. The milk to be sampled must be poured into a weigh tank approved by the creamery license division meeting the standards prescribed in rules, be run through a fine mesh or perforated metal strainer, and be homogeneous in richness before any sample is taken. The composite samples must be kept in a refrigerated cabinet or cooler in or near the receiving room at a temperature of not more than forty-two (42) degrees Fahrenheit, away from strong light, and must be kept free of mold. The test must be made within seventy-two (72) hours, excluding Sundays and holidays, after the last sample has been added to the composite sample.

(c) If at the close of any composite period the composite samples are inaccurate as determined by the creamery license division, three (3) daily samples must be taken within the first five (5) days of the following composite period. The average of the three (3) fresh samples determines the basis of payment for the composite period in question.

(d) In each plant where composite samples of milk are taken, the owner or manager shall delegate an individual who is responsible for the care, condition, and accuracy of all composite samples.

(e) After the composite samples are emptied, the sample bottles must be thoroughly washed, and all bottles and rubber stoppers shall be sterilized before being used again.

(f) Composite samples may be removed from the plant for testing elsewhere only on written permission from the creamery license division.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-1-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-18-1-9 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-18-1-9
Duty of board to inspect; inspection report; access to facility required; prohibited use of trade secrets
Status: in_force

Sec. 9. (a) The state veterinarian shall examine each application for a permit required in this chapter. If the applicant for a permit has complied with all statutes and rules enforced by the board, the state veterinarian shall cause the premises, location, equipment, and operating practices of the applicant to be inspected not later than ten (10) days after the receipt of the application for a permit. If the premises, location, equipment, and operating practices comply with this article and the rules of the board, the state veterinarian shall issue a permit entitling the applicant to engage in the business for which the application was submitted.

(b) The board shall conduct the following inspections:

(1) Each dairy farm and transfer station at least one (1) time every six (6) months.

(2) Each milk plant and receiving station at least one (1) time every three (3) months.

In addition, following the issuance of a permit, the board may, to determine compliance with this chapter, inspect the licensee's facility, procedures, and equipment.

(c) If the board finds a violation of the standards for Grade A milk adopted under section 14 of this chapter, a second inspection is required after the time thought necessary to remedy the violation but not sooner than three (3) days after finding the violation. The reinspection must be used to determine compliance with the requirements adopted under section 14 of this chapter. A violation of the same requirement on the reinspection results in permit suspension in accordance with section 6 of this chapter or court action, or both.

(d) One (1) copy of the inspection report must be:

(1) provided to the operator or other responsible person; or

(2) posted in a conspicuous place on an inside wall of the establishment.

The inspection report may not be defaced and must be made available to the board upon request. An identical copy of the inspection report must be filed with the records of the board.

(e) A person licensed under this chapter shall, upon request of the board, permit access of officially designated persons to all parts of the person's establishment or facilities to determine compliance with this chapter. A distributor or plant operator shall furnish the board, upon request and for official use only, a true statement of the actual quantities of milk and milk products of each grade purchased and sold and a list of all sources of the milk and milk products, records of inspection, tests, and pasteurization time and temperature records.

(f) A person who, in an official capacity, obtains under this chapter any information that is entitled to protection as a trade secret, including information as to quantity, quality, source, or disposition of milk or milk products, or results of inspections or tests, may not use the information to the person's own advantage or reveal the information to an unauthorized person.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-23-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9. Amended by P.L.186-2014, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-17-21-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 21 / Section 15-17-21-1
Transfer of domestic dog or cat; records
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) Any person who transfers a domestic dog or cat from a foreign country into Indiana shall provide the recipient of the domestic dog or cat under subsection (b) with a copy of the domestic dog's or cat's:

(1) certificate of veterinary inspection; or

(2) official health certificate.

(b) A person who receives a domestic dog or cat that is imported from a foreign country into Indiana shall submit to the board a copy of the domestic dog's or cat's:

(1) certificate of veterinary inspection; or

(2) official health certificate;

received under subsection (a) not more than thirty (30) days after receiving the domestic dog or cat.

As added by P.L.39-2019, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-21-1-6.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 21 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-21-1-6.5
"Retail pet store"
Status: in_force

Sec. 6.5. (a) "Retail pet store" means a commercial enterprise that sells dogs from a place of business at which the seller, buyer, and dog are physically present so the buyer may observe the dog before purchasing or taking custody of that dog after purchase.

(b) The term excludes the following:

(1) Commercial dog breeders registered under IC 15-21-3-1.

(2) Hobby breeders.

(3) Persons who breed at least seventy-five percent (75%) of the person's dogs as sport dogs for hunting purposes.

(4) Persons who breed at least seventy-five percent (75%) of the person's dogs as service dogs or as dogs for use by the police or the armed forces.

As added by P.L.4-2024, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-48 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-48
Repealed
Status: repealed

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: subsection (a) formerly 15-3-3-15(a); subsection (b) formerly 15-3-3-15(b).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Repealed by P.L.81-2009, SEC.33.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-15-12-13
"Producer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. As used in this chapter, "producer" means a person engaged in the business of producing and marketing corn in Indiana under:

(1) the producer's own name; or

(2) the name of an entity in which the producer has ownership.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-10-10.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.98-2012, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-11-2-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-11-2-1
Indiana state department of agriculture established
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. The Indiana state department of agriculture is established.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-9-2-1.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.2. Amended by P.L.120-2008, SEC.26.
Ind. Code § 15-20-4-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 20 / Chapter 4 / Section 15-20-4-2
"Companion animal"
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "companion animal" means a dog or a cat.

As added by P.L.201-2016, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-15-6-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-15-6-4
Incorporation of law into seed contracts
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. (a) The provisions of this chapter are considered to be a part of every seed contract.

(b) A seed contract is not required to contain or restate any provision of this chapter.

(c) A bag or other container used by a seed supplier to deliver seed to a farmer is not required to bear a label or any other writing containing or restating any provision of this chapter. A provision found on a label or any other writing on a seed bag or container inconsistent with this chapter is not enforceable against a farmer.

(d) The failure of a seed supplier to state any provision of this chapter in a seed contract, on a label, or in any other writing on a seed bag or container is not a violation of this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-14-4.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-19-7-24.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-19-7-24.5
Interstate exclusion status
Status: in_force

Sec. 24.5. (a) Manufacturers and distributors located in Indiana who furnish substantial quantities of commercial feeds to customers in other states may apply to the director for interstate exclusion status.

(b) The following conditions apply to a manufacturer or distributor with an interstate exclusion status:

(1) A supplier may not charge a manufacturer or distributor the inspection fee on commercial feeds purchased from a supplier.

(2) A manufacturer and distributor shall report and pay the inspection fee on all commercial feeds distributed in Indiana each quarter, including commercial feed distributed under another distributor's label.

(3) A manufacturer and distributor may not claim a credit on the quarterly report for payment of the inspection fee to another distributor.

(c) The state chemist shall maintain a list of manufacturers and distributors designated with an interstate exclusion status.

As added by P.L.16-2026, SEC.12.
Ind. Code § 15-15-13-9.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-15-13-9.5
Handler license to distribute plant clones
Status: in_force

Sec. 9.5. (a) A person who is a handler licensed under this section may distribute clones and other nonseed propagative materials of a hemp plant using the person's own labeling, if the distributor does the following:

(1) Complies with the requirements of this chapter.

(2) Reports the variety and quantity of each variety of the propagative material of plant sold.

(3) Pays the inspection fee on the basis of the report.

(4) Labels the propagative material with the information required by the state seed commissioner.

(5) Keeps records to accurately determine the named varieties and the number of plants of each variety distributed.

(6) Grants the state seed commissioner or the state seed commissioner's authorized representative access to examine the handler's records and verify the quantity and each variety of propagative material distributed.

(7) Report, under oath, to the state seed commissioner on forms furnished by the state seed commissioner each variety and quantity of propagative material sold during each semiannual period.

(8) Any other information or conditions stated in the application.

(b) The state seed commissioner may revoke a handler's license if the commissioner determines any of the following:

(1) That the licensee has not complied with the requirements under this chapter.

(2) The report required in subsection (a) has not been submitted and is more than ten (10) days late.

(3) The report required in subsection (a) contained false information.

(4) The labeling requirements under this chapter have not been met.

(c) If the inspection fee has not been paid and is more than ten (10) days late, the state seed commissioner shall assess a late fee.

(d) Each year the:

(1) report required under subsection (a)(7); and

(2) inspection fees required under this chapter;

for the period beginning on January 1 and ending on June 30 and for the period beginning on July 1 and ending on December 31 are due not more than thirty (30) days after the end of the semiannual period.

As added by P.L.190-2019, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-70 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-70
"Official certificate"
Status: in_force

Sec. 70. "Official certificate", for purposes of IC 15-17-5, means a certificate prescribed by rules of the board for issuance by an inspector or other person performing official functions under IC 15-17-5.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-31.2.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-12-1-34 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-12-1-34
Marketing contracts
Status: in_force

Sec. 34. (a) An association and its members may make and execute marketing contracts requiring the members to sell, for any period that is not more than ten (10) years:

(1) all or any specified part of the members' agricultural products; or

(2) specified commodities;

exclusively to or through the association or any facilities to be created by the association.

(b) If a member contracts a sale to the association, it shall be conclusively held that title to the products passes absolutely and unreservedly, except for recorded liens, to the association:

(1) upon delivery; or

(2) at any other specified time, if expressly and definitely agreed in the contract.

(c) A contract authorized under this section may provide that the association may:

(1) sell or resell the products delivered by the association's members, with or without taking title to the products; and

(2) pay over to the association's members the resale price, with or without pooling, actual or proportionate, after deducting all necessary selling, overhead, and other costs and expenses, including:

(A) interest on preferred stock, not exceeding eight percent (8%) per year;

(B) reserves for retiring the stock, if any;

(C) other proper reserves;

(D) interest not exceeding eight percent (8%) per year on common stock; and

(E) any other deductions specified in the contract.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-1-15.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-34.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-34.5
"School"
Status: in_force

Sec. 34.5. As used in this chapter, "school" means the following:

(1) A public school (as defined in IC 20-18-2-15(1)), including a charter school.

(2) A nonpublic school (as defined in IC 20-18-2-12) with more than one (1) employee.

(3) The Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired established by IC 20-21-2-1.

(4) The Indiana School for the Deaf established by IC 20-22-2-1.

As added by P.L.29-2024, SEC.34.
Ind. Code § 15-12-3-16 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-12-3-16
Repurchase after death, incapacity, or insolvency
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. (a) If a retailer:

(1) is an individual who dies or is incapacitated; or

(2) is a corporation that becomes insolvent;

the retailer's heirs, personal representative, guardian, or receiver may compel a wholesaler, manufacturer, or distributor to repurchase the retailer's inventory under this chapter as if the retailer's contract had terminated.

(b) The retailer's heirs, personal representative, guardian, or receiver must exercise the right provided by this section not later than one hundred eighty (180) days after the retailer's death, incapacitation, or insolvency. However, this section does not require the repurchase of inventory if the heirs, personal representative, guardian, or receiver enters into a new contract with the wholesaler, manufacturer, or distributor.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-7-7-16.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-17-5-22 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-17-5-22
Investigatory powers of state veterinarian
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. (a) The state veterinarian may do the following:

(1) Investigate, gather, and compile information concerning the organization, business, conduct, practices, and management of a person engaged in commerce and the relation of the person to other persons.

(2) Require, by general or special orders, that a person engaged in commerce file with the state veterinarian, in a form prescribed by the state veterinarian, annual or special, or both, reports or answers in writing to specific questions. The person shall furnish to the state veterinarian the information required by the state veterinarian concerning the organization, business, conduct, practices, management, and relation to other persons. The reports and answers must be made under oath or affirmation as the state veterinarian prescribes. The reports and answers must be filed with the state veterinarian within a reasonable period prescribed by the state veterinarian, unless the state veterinarian grants additional time.

(b) For purposes of this chapter, the state veterinarian has, at all reasonable times, for the purpose of examination:

(1) access to; and

(2) the right to copy;

any documentary evidence of a person being investigated or proceeded against. The state veterinarian may require by subpoena the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of all documentary evidence of a person relating to a matter under investigation. The state veterinarian may sign subpoenas. The board may sign subpoenas, administer oaths and affirmations, examine witnesses, and receive evidence.

(c) The attendance of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence may be required at a designated place of hearing. In case of disobedience to a subpoena, the state veterinarian or board may invoke the aid of any court in requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of documentary evidence.

(d) A court may, in case of contumacy or refusal to obey a subpoena issued to a person, issue an order requiring the person to:

(1) appear before the state veterinarian or board;

(2) produce documentary evidence; or

(3) give evidence concerning the matter in question.

A failure to obey an order of the court issued under this subsection may be punished by the court for contempt.

(e) Upon the application of the attorney general at the request of the state veterinarian or board, a court has jurisdiction to issue writs of mandamus commanding a person to comply with this chapter or any order of the state veterinarian or board under this chapter.

(f) The state veterinarian may order testimony to be taken by deposition in a proceeding or investigation pending under this chapter at any stage of the proceeding or investigation. The deposition may be taken before a person who:

(1) is designated by the state veterinarian; and

(2) has power to administer oaths.

The testimony must be reduced to writing by the person taking the deposition or under the person's direction and must be subscribed by the deponent. Any person may be compelled to appear and depose and to produce documentary evidence in the same manner as a witness may be compelled to appear and testify and produce documentary evidence before the state veterinarian or board.

(g) Witnesses summoned before the state veterinarian or board shall be paid the same fees and mileage that are paid witnesses in Indiana courts. Witnesses whose depositions are taken and the persons taking the depositions are entitled to the same fees paid for similar services in the courts.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-24-24.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-8-12 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 8 / Section 15-17-8-12
Identification of reactor cattle
Status: in_force

Sec. 12. All cattle that:

(1) react positively to a brucellosis test; or

(2) are officially vaccinated;

shall be permanently identified as prescribed by the board.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-8-22.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-13-10-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-13-10-5
Security for bonds; pledge and assignment; trust agreements
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) Bonds issued under this chapter may be secured by a trust agreement between the commission and a corporate trustee, which may be any trust company or bank having the powers of a trust company in Indiana.

(b) A resolution adopted by the commission providing for the issuance of bonds, and any trust agreement under which the bonds are issued, may pledge or assign all or any part of the revenues received by the commission except that part necessary:

(1) to pay the cost of the commission's administrative operation, maintenance, and repair expenses, and to provide reserves for those expenses; and

(2) for depreciation reserves required by a bond resolution or trust agreement of the commission.

(c) The commission may not mortgage any property.

(d) When authorizing the issuance of bonds for a project, the commission may:

(1) limit the amount of bonds that may be issued as a first lien and charge against the revenues pledged to the payment of the bonds; or

(2) authorize the later periodic issuance of additional bonds secured by the same lien to provide funds:

(A) for the completion of the project on account of which the original bonds were issued; or

(B) to pay the cost of additional projects.

The commission may issue additional bonds only on terms and conditions provided in the bond resolution adopted by the commission, in a trust agreement, or in a supplemental agreement. The additional bonds may be secured equally and ratably without preference, priority, or distinction with the original issue of bonds or may be made junior to the original issue.

(e) A pledge or an assignment made by the commission is valid and binding from the time the pledge or assignment is made. Revenues pledged and received by the commission are immediately subject to the lien of the pledge or assignment without physical delivery or further act. The lien of the pledge or assignment is valid and binding against all parties having claims of any kind against the commission, whether or not the parties have notice. Neither the resolution nor a trust agreement by which a pledge is created or assignment made need be filed or recorded except in the records of the commission.

(f) A trust agreement or a resolution providing for the issuance of bonds may contain reasonable provisions for protecting and enforcing the rights and remedies of the bondholders.

(g) A bank or trust company incorporated under the laws of the state and acting as the depository of the proceeds of bonds or other funds of the commission may furnish indemnifying bonds or pledge securities as required by the commission.

(h) A trust agreement may do the following:

(1) Set forth the rights and remedies of the bondholders and the trustee.

(2) Restrict the individual right of action by bondholders as is customary in trust agreements or trust indentures securing bonds or debentures of private corporations.

(3) Contain other provisions the commission considers reasonable and proper for the security of the bondholders.

(i) All expenses incurred in carrying out the provisions of a trust agreement may be treated as a part of the cost of the operation of the project.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-9-4.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-13-10-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 13 / Chapter 10 / Section 15-13-10-11
"Lessor"; leases
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) As used in this section, "lessor" has the meaning set forth for "leasing body" in IC 5-1-1-1. The term includes the Indiana bond bank.

(b) The commission may enter into a lease of any property that could be financed with the proceeds of bonds issued under this chapter with a lessor for a term not to exceed thirty (30) years. The lease may provide for payments from revenues under this chapter, taxes in the fund, any other funds that may be legally pledged by the commission, or any combination of these sources. Money in the fund may be used to make lease payments.

(c) A lease may provide that payments by the commission to the lessor are required only to the extent and only for the period that the lessor is able to provide the leased project in accordance with the lease. The terms of each lease must be based upon the value of the project leased and may not create a debt of the commission for purposes of the Constitution of the State of Indiana. Property tax revenues may not be used to make lease payments unless those revenues have been appropriated by the general assembly. A lease under this section that is wholly or partly payable from property tax revenues must include the following:

(1) A statement that the term of the lease is for:

(A) a period coextensive with the biennium used for state budgetary and appropriation purposes; and

(B) a fractional period when the lease begins, if necessary.

(2) A statement that the term of the lease is extended from biennium to biennium, with the extensions not to exceed a lease term of thirty (30) years, unless either the commission or the lessor gives notice of nonextension at least six (6) months before the end of a biennium, in which case the lease expires at the end of the biennium in which the notice is given.

(d) The commission may approve the execution of a lease if the commission finds that the service to be provided throughout the term of the lease will serve the public purpose of the commission and is in the best interests of the citizens of Indiana. Upon execution of the lease, the commission may publish notice of the adoption one (1) time each week for two (2) weeks in two (2) newspapers published and of general circulation in Marion County. If notice is published, any action or proceeding in any court to set aside the lease or to obtain relief upon the ground that the action of the commission in entering into the lease is invalid must be filed not more than thirty (30) days after the first publication of notice of the execution of the lease. After the expiration of the thirty (30) day period, a right of action may not be asserted and the validity of the lease or any of the provisions of the lease may not be questioned in any court or agency upon any grounds.

(e) If the commission exercises an option to buy a leased project from a lessor, the commission may subsequently sell the leased project, without regard to any other statute, to the lessor at the end of the lease term at:

(1) a price set forth in the lease; or

(2) the fair market value established at the time of the sale by the commission through auction, appraisal, or arms length negotiation.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1.5-9-10.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-15-13-19 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 13 / Section 15-15-13-19
Sale of hemp buds and flowers
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. (a) Hemp bud (as defined in IC 35-48-1.1-23) and hemp flower (as defined in IC 35-48-1.1-24) may be sold only to a processor licensed under this chapter.

(b) The state seed commissioner may impose a civil penalty under section 13 of this chapter for a violation of subsection (a).

As added by P.L.190-2019, SEC.20. Amended by P.L.186-2025, SEC.105.
Ind. Code § 15-18-5-11 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-18-5-11
Nominations to board
Status: in_force

Sec. 11. (a) Not later than thirty (30) days after receiving a notice from the board under section 10 of this chapter, a producer or group of producers entitled to representation on the board may submit nominations to the board for board members.

(b) A producer or group of producers may submit two (2) nominations for each board member to which the producer or group of producers is entitled.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-4-11.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-16-6-15 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-16-6-15
Assessments for expenses
Status: in_force

Sec. 15. To raise money necessary to meet the expenses of horticultural and quarantine associations, the board of directors shall assess the individual members of the association in proportion to the service derived, procured, or obtained by the members from the association. The assessment must be based on the acreage or number of trees, plants, vines, or other herbaceous plants in equitable proportion as the directors consider just.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-7-15.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-17-6-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 6 / Section 15-17-6-1
Rabies vaccination records
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) When an animal is vaccinated for rabies in Indiana, the veterinarian vaccinating the animal shall:

(1) make and keep a record of the vaccination; and

(2) give one (1) copy of the record to the owner of the animal.

(b) The vaccinated animal must be identified as vaccinated according to rules adopted by the board. The board may adopt additional rules for documenting rabies vaccinations and for the identification of animals that have been vaccinated for rabies.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-6-5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-67 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-67
"Nonedible"
Status: in_force

Sec. 67. "Nonedible" means not suitable for human consumption.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-30.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-20-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 20 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-20-1-1
Political subdivision powers
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. This chapter does not limit the power of an agency of the state or a political subdivision to adopt a rule or an ordinance that does not conflict with this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-12-6.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.11.
Ind. Code § 15-15-1-19 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-15-1-19
"Record"
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. As used in this chapter, "record" means all information relating to the shipment or distribution of a lot of seed. The term includes a file sample of each lot of seed.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-1-3(h).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.
Ind. Code § 15-17-3-16 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-17-3-16
Subpoenas
Status: in_force

Sec. 16. The board, over the signature of the chairperson or another board member authorized by the board, may do the following to accomplish the board's objectives:

(1) Subpoena and bring before the board any person in this state to take testimony either orally or by deposition or by exhibit, with the same fees and mileage, and in the same manner as prescribed by law in judicial procedure in civil cases in the circuit courts of Indiana.

(2) Subpoena and order any person to provide to board personnel for inspection and copying records, photographs, and any other type of document or data compilation, or to allow access for inspection, copying, testing, sampling, analysis, or treatment to any tangible thing, including animals, carcasses of animals, animal feed, and meat, dairy, and other human food products.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-3-15.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12.5-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12.5 / Section 15-15-12.5-1
Applicability
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. (a) The Indiana Soybean Alliance shall serve as the Qualified State Soybean Board for the state of Indiana as provided in 7 CFR 1220.228(a)(1) as long as the ISA collects assessments under the:

(1) Soybean Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act (7 U.S.C. 6301 through 7 U.S.C. 6311); and

(2) Soybean Promotion and Research Order (7 CFR 1220).

(b) The provisions of this chapter, other than subsection (a), apply only if assessments are not levied and collected under the:

(1) Soybean Promotion, Research, and Consumer Information Act (7 U.S.C. 6301 through 7 U.S.C. 6311); and

(2) Soybean Promotion and Research Order (7 CFR 1220);

by the ISA as the Qualified State Soybean Board (as defined in 7 CFR 1220.122).

(c) Except as provided in subsection (d), this chapter applies to all types, varieties, and forms of soybeans marketed or sold as soybeans by a producer in Indiana.

(d) Organic soybean farmers are exempt from this chapter if an organic soybean farmer:

(1) receives an exemption under the National Organic Program (NOP) described in 7 CFR 205; and

(2) operates under an NOP approved organic system plan.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-15-1-31 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-15-1-31
Exceptions from labeling requirements
Status: in_force

Sec. 31. (a) Sections 31.5, 32, and 33 of this chapter do not apply to the following:

(1) Seed or grain not intended for seeding and sowing purposes. However, treated agricultural seed must be labeled in accordance with section 32 of this chapter when sold to any person for any purpose whether the seed is in containers or in bulk.

(2) Seed in storage or seed that is being transported or consigned to a seed cleaning or processing establishment for cleaning or processing if the invoice or labeling accompanying a shipment of the seed contains the statement "Seed For Processing". Any labeling or other representation that may be made with respect to uncleaned or unprocessed seed is subject to this chapter.

(3) A carrier in respect to seed transported or delivered for transportation in the ordinary course of its business as a carrier if the carrier is not engaged in producing, processing, or distributing agricultural seed or vegetable seed subject to this chapter.

(4) Seed that satisfies all the following:

(A) The seed is grown on the property owned by the seller of the seed.

(B) The seed is sold and delivered to the purchaser on the property on which the seed is grown.

(C) The seed does not contain prohibited noxious weed seed.

(D) The seed contains not more than one-fourth of one percent (0.25%) of restricted noxious weed seed.

(E) The seed contains not more than two and one-half percent (2.5%) of all weed seed.

If seed is advertised for sale through the medium of the public press, by circular, by catalog, or by exposing a sample of the seed or a printed or written statement about the seed in a public place or place of business, or if the seed is delivered by a common carrier, (except when transported for the purpose of being recleaned as provided in this section), the producer is considered to be a vendor, and the seed must meet all requirements of this chapter, including complete labeling of the seed. For cereal and soybean seed where the purpose for which the seed is intended may be in question, seed advertised for sale by variety name, as processed, tested, treated, or offered at a price substantially higher than current market prices, is presumed to be offered for seeding purposes and subject to the labeling provisions of this chapter.

(b) A person is not subject to the penalties of this chapter for distributing agricultural seed or vegetable seed incorrectly labeled or represented as to kind, variety, or origin and that cannot be identified by examination of the seed unless the person fails to:

(1) obtain an invoice, grower's declaration, or other labeling information; and

(2) take other precautions reasonable to ensure the identity of the seed as stated.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-1-8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6. Amended by P.L.82-2026, SEC.15.
Ind. Code § 15-11-2-2 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-11-2-2
Director's authority
Status: in_force

Sec. 2. The director is the chief executive and administrative officer of the department.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-9-2-2.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.2.
Ind. Code § 15-14-1-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 14 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-14-1-3
Corporation powers
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. A corporation incorporated under this chapter:

(1) has all the rights, powers, and privileges given to corporations by common law;

(2) may sue and be sued;

(3) may borrow and secure payment of money by:

(A) notes and mortgage; and

(B) bonds or deeds of trust upon the corporation's personal and real property; and

(4) may rent, lease, purchase, hold, sell, and convey real and personal property necessary and proper:

(A) to erect buildings; and

(B) for other purposes of a corporation organized under section 1(a) of this chapter.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-1-2-3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.5.
Ind. Code § 15-19-7-6.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-19-7-6.5
"Family"
Status: in_force

Sec. 6.5. As used in this chapter, "family" means a group of products, which are nutritionally adequate for any or all life stages based on their nutritional similarity to a lead product, that has been successfully test-fed according to an Association of American Feed Control Officials feeding protocol.

As added by P.L.16-2026, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-16-5-38 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-16-5-38
"Wildlife"
Status: in_force

Sec. 38. As used in this chapter, "wildlife" means all living things that are not human, domesticated, or pests. This term includes mammals, birds, reptiles, and aquatic life.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3.6-2(29).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.
Ind. Code § 15-16-3.5-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 3.5 / Section 15-16-3.5-5
Permit to report tonnage
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. (a) Each registrant shall apply to the state chemist for a permit to report the tonnage of manure based fertilizer sold and pay the inspection fee as specified in section 4 of this chapter. In making the application for the permit, the registrant must agree to the following:

(1) To keep records that indicate accurately the tonnage and kinds of manure based fertilizers sold in Indiana.

(2) To grant the state chemist permission to:

(A) examine the records required in subdivision (1); and

(B) verify the registrant's statement of tonnage.

(3) To report under oath to the state chemist on forms furnished by the state chemist the tonnage of manure based fertilizer sold during the period covered.

(b) The state chemist:

(1) may grant the permit to report tonnage if the state chemist determines that the application of the permit to report tonnage of manure based fertilizer described in subsection (a) will lead to efficient enforcement of this chapter; and

(2) may revoke the permit to report tonnage at any time if it appears to the state chemist that the registrant is not complying with:

(A) the terms of the agreement entered into at the time of the issuance of the permit; or

(B) this chapter.

(c) The report of tonnage is due and the inspection fees are payable semiannually on the last day of the month following the end of the semiannual period.

(d) The state chemist may revoke the registrant's permit for any of the following reasons:

(1) The report of tonnage is not filed and the inspection fee is not paid by the fifteenth day following the due date.

(2) The report of tonnage is false.

(3) The permit holder has not complied with labeling requirements of this chapter.

(e) If the inspection fee is unpaid after the fifteen (15) day grace period described in subsection (d), a penalty must be assessed in the amount of:

(1) fifty dollars ($50); or

(2) ten percent (10%) of the amount due;

whichever is greater, in addition to the amount due.

As added by P.L.98-2026, SEC.51.
Ind. Code § 15-17-5-24 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 5 / Section 15-17-5-24
Failure to obey subpoena or other requirement
Status: in_force

Sec. 24. A person who recklessly, knowingly, or intentionally fails to:

(1) attend and testify;

(2) answer a lawful inquiry; or

(3) produce documentary evidence if in the person's power to do so;

in obedience to a subpoena or lawful requirement of the state veterinarian or board commits a Class A misdemeanor.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-24-26.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-19-7-5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 7 / Section 15-19-7-5
"Distributor"
Status: in_force

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "distributor" means a person who distributes.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(6).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-1.5 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-1.5
Repealed
Status: repealed

As added by P.L.144-2017, SEC.1. Repealed by P.L.98-2026, SEC.4.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-42 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-42
"Inspector"
Status: in_force

Sec. 42. "Inspector" means an individual who is authorized by the board to perform any inspection functions under this article and who meets any of the following criteria:

(1) The person is authorized by the state veterinarian to do any work or perform any duty in connection with the inspection of animals and food products under this article.

(2) The person is an employee or official of the government of the county or other governmental subdivision of this state acting under an agreement between the state veterinarian and a governmental subdivision.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-23.3.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-19-1-1 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 19 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-19-1-1
Application of chapter
Status: in_force

Sec. 1. Subject to section 4(b) of this chapter, this chapter applies to a fair association described in section 2 of this chapter and organized after March 5, 1889.

[2008 Recodification Citation: New.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.
Ind. Code § 15-18-1-32 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-18-1-32
Board enforcement; inspections; authority to enter
Status: reserved

Sec. 32. The board shall enforce this chapter and for that purpose may enter upon and inspect premises on which containers are stored, suspected of being stored, or trafficked in or on premises where raw or pasteurized milk or milk products are produced, purchased, received, transferred, transported, stored, processed, or put in containers to be offered for sale or sold or distributed for human consumption.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-23-15.8.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12.5-19 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12.5 / Section 15-15-12.5-19
Indiana soybean marketing program established; membership; residence; per diem and travel expenses
Status: in_force

Sec. 19. (a) If this chapter applies as described in section 1 of this chapter, then the Indiana soybean marketing program is established. The ISA shall administer the program as required by this chapter.

(b) The ISA consists of twenty-six (26) voting and at least eight (8) ex officio, nonvoting board members. The elected board members from districts listed under section 22 of this chapter must:

(1) be registered as voters in Indiana;

(2) be at least eighteen (18) years of age;

(3) be producers;

(4) have an assessment on soybeans under section 28 of this chapter made during the previous two (2) years; and

(5) not have requested or received a refund of any assessment during the previous two (2) years.

(c) Each elected board member of the ISA must reside in the district identified in section 22 of this chapter from which the board member is elected.

(d) The ISA shall elect a president, a vice president, a secretary, treasurer, and other officers the ISA considers necessary.

(e) A majority of the voting board members of the ISA constitutes a quorum. The affirmative votes of at least a majority of the quorum, and at least fourteen (14) affirmative votes, are required for the ISA to act.

(f) The ISA shall meet at least three (3) times in each marketing year at the call of the president or at the request of two-thirds (2/3) of the board members of the ISA.

(g) Each board member of the ISA who is not a state employee or a member of the general assembly is entitled to reimbursement for mileage, travel expenses, and other expenses actually incurred in connection with the board member's duties in accordance with the ISA's travel policy. Except as provided in section 22 of this chapter, ISA board members are not entitled to a salary or per diem. Reimbursement under this subsection shall be paid from funds of the ISA.

(h) Each board member of the ISA who is a state employee is entitled to reimbursement for traveling expenses as provided under IC 4-13-1-4 and other expenses actually incurred in connection with the board member's duties as provided in the state policies and procedures established by the Indiana department of administration and approved by the budget agency. Reimbursement under this subsection shall be paid from appropriations made to the department.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-17-3-22 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-17-3-22
Allowable adoptions of rules
Status: in_force

Sec. 22. (a) Notwithstanding IC 15-17-2-37, the board may adopt by rule a different definition of "herd" to advance a disease control program or objective.

(b) Notwithstanding IC 15-17-2-64(5), the board may adopt rules concerning livestock products that are not in containers to establish the circumstances under which those products are not considered misbranded.

(c) Notwithstanding IC 15-17-2-64(5)(B), the board may adopt rules concerning small containers to establish variations or exemptions from label quantity statements under which the containers are not considered misbranded.

(d) Notwithstanding IC 15-17-2-64(9)(B), the board shall adopt rules to establish exemptions for product labels that do not bear the common or usual name of each ingredient in a product fabricated from at least two (2) ingredients under which the products are not considered misbranded if listing the common or usual name of each ingredient is impracticable or results in deception or unfair competition.

(e) Notwithstanding IC 15-17-2-64(11), the board shall adopt rules to establish exemptions for products that contain artificial flavoring, artificial coloring, or a chemical preservative under which the products are not considered misbranded if the products do not bear a label stating that the products contain those substances if stating that fact is impracticable.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-3-21.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-11-12-3 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 11 / Chapter 12 / Section 15-11-12-3
Commission established
Status: in_force

Sec. 3. The Indiana grown commission is established.

As added by P.L.173-2014, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-15-12.5-27 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 15 / Chapter 12.5 / Section 15-15-12.5-27
ISA duties
Status: in_force

Sec. 27. The ISA shall do the following:

(1) Employ personnel and contract for services that are necessary for the proper implementation of this chapter.

(2) Bond the ISA treasurer and such other persons as necessary to ensure adequate protection of funds received and administered by the ISA.

(3) Authorize the expenditure of funds and the contracting of expenditures to conduct proper activities under this chapter.

(4) Annually establish priorities and prepare and approve a budget consistent with the estimated resources of the ISA and the scope of this chapter.

(5) Annually provide:

(A) an activities report to the legislative council in an electronic format under IC 5-14-6; and

(B) an independent audit report to the state board of accounts.

(6) Procure and evaluate data and information necessary for the proper implementation of this chapter.

(7) Formulate and execute assessment procedures and methods of collection.

(8) Receive and investigate complaints and violations of this chapter.

(9) Take necessary enforcement action against individuals who violate this chapter.

(10) Maintain bylaws and operating procedures governing operations of the ISA and the administration of funds collected under this chapter.

(11) Keep accurate accounts of all receipts and disbursements of funds handled by the ISA and have the receipts and disbursements audited annually by a certified public accountant.

(12) Take any other action necessary for the proper implementation of this chapter.

(13) Comply with the requirements under IC 5-14-1.5.

As added by P.L.8-2026, SEC.1.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-59 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-59
"Milk products"
Status: in_force

Sec. 59. "Milk products" means those products designated by the rules of the board as:

(1) being within IC 15-18-1; and

(2) conforming to the definitions and standards of identity specified in those rules.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-28.9.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-16-2-36 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 16 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-16-2-36
Excess funds from fees collected; disposition
Status: in_force

Sec. 36. (a) Notwithstanding any other law, all excess funds accumulated from the fees collected by:

(1) the state chemist, under this chapter, IC 15-15-2, IC 15-16-2.5, IC 15-16-4, IC 15-16-5, and IC 15-19-7; and

(2) the state seed commissioner under IC 15-15-1 and IC 15-15-13;

shall be paid to the treasurer of Purdue University. The funds shall be administered by the board of trustees of Purdue University.

(b) On approval of the governor and the budget agency, and upon review of the budget committee, the board of trustees may spend the excess funds for the construction, operation, rehabilitation, and repair of buildings, structures, or other facilities used for:

(1) carrying out the purposes of those chapters referred to in subsection (a) under which the fees are collected; or

(2) the agricultural programs authorized by law and in support of the purposes of the chapters referred to in subsection (a).

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-3-6.5.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7. Amended by P.L.165-2014, SEC.2; P.L.141-2018, SEC.1; P.L.29-2024, SEC.5; P.L.98-2026, SEC.32.
Ind. Code § 15-12-1-13 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 12 / Chapter 1 / Section 15-12-1-13
Presentation of articles of incorporation
Status: in_force

Sec. 13. (a) Upon presentation of articles of incorporation that comply with the requirements of this chapter, if the secretary of state finds that the articles of incorporation conform to law, the secretary of state shall do the following:

(1) Endorse the secretary of state's approval upon the duplicate copies of the articles.

(2) When all fees have been paid as required by law:

(A) file one (1) copy of the articles in the secretary of state's office; and

(B) issue a certificate of incorporation to the incorporators.

(3) Return the certificate of incorporation, together with the remaining copy of the articles of incorporation bearing the endorsement of the secretary of state's approval, to the incorporators or their representative.

(b) Upon the issuance of the certificate of incorporation by the secretary of state under subsection (a):

(1) the corporate existence of the association begins;

(2) all subscriptions to membership, subscriptions for shares of the association, or subscriptions to membership and for shares of the association are considered to be accepted by the association; and

(3) the subscribers are considered to be members, shareholders, or members and shareholders of the association.

(c) The certificate of incorporation issued by the secretary of state under this section is conclusive evidence of the fact that the association has been incorporated and of the corporation's right to transact business and to incur indebtedness.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citations: subsection (a) formerly 15-7-1-7(b); subsection (b) formerly 15-7-1-7(c).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.3.
Ind. Code § 15-17-2-53 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 17 / Chapter 2 / Section 15-17-2-53
"Market agency"
Status: in_force

Sec. 53. "Market agency" means a person who buys or sells livestock on a commission basis.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-2-28.]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.
Ind. Code § 15-18-3-4 — Indiana Code / Title 15 / Article 18 / Chapter 3 / Section 15-18-3-4
"Producer"
Status: in_force

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "producer" means a person who produces milk in Indiana or to be shipped into Indiana.

[Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-6-2-1(4).]

As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.9.