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NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.11 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.11 - Bulk distribution of fertilizer; statement of information

4:9-15.11. Bulk distribution of fertilizer; statement of information  For each kind of commercial fertilizer distributed in bulk in this State, a written or printed statement of the information required by section 10 of this act shall accompany each delivery and be supplied to the customer at the time of delivery. L.1970, c. 66, s. 11.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.12 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.12 - Customer formulated mix; label requirements

4:9-15.12. Customer formulated mix; label requirements  A customer formulated mix shall be designated "customer formulated mix" and, in lieu of the requirements of sections 10 and 11 of this act, shall be labeled to show the net weight, guaranteed analysis, and the name and address of the licensee and the customer. L.1970, c. 66, s. 12.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.13 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.13 - Labeling of specialty fertilizer.

4:9-15.13 Labeling of specialty fertilizer.  13. a. A specialty fertilizer must be labeled as provided in section 10 of P.L.1970, c.66 (C.4:9-15.10), and additional items may be required by regulation. b. The container for a specialty fertilizer intended for use on turf must include the following information in a readable and conspicuous form and shall be considered the label:Net WeightBrand NameGradeGuaranteed Analysis:Total Nitrogen (N)...........................................................%......................................................% Ammoniacal Nitrogen.............................................................% Nitrate Nitrogen...............................................................% Urea Nitrogen...........................................% Other Water Soluble Nitrogen.................................................% Water Insoluble NitrogenAvailable Phosphate (P2O5)..............................................%Soluble Potash (K2O)......................................................%Additional Plant Nutrients as prescribed by regulation.Name and address of the licensee. c. (1) The container of a specialty fertilizer intended for use on turf that does not contain pesticides regulated pursuant to the "Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act," 7 U.S.C.s.136 et seq., shall also contain the following summary of best management practices for nutrient management in turf in a readable and conspicuous form: "Do not apply near water, storm drains or drainage ditches. Do not apply if heavy rain is expected. Apply this product only to your lawn, and sweep any product that lands on the driveway, sidewalk or street back onto your lawn." (2) A container of a specialty fertilizer intended for use on turf that also contains a pesticide regulated pursuant to the "Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act," 7 U.S.C.s.136 et seq., shall include the environmental hazard statement recommended by the United States Environmental Protection Agency for that product. d. As used in this section, "turf" means land, including residential property, that is planted in closely mowed, managed grass, except land used in the operation of a commercial farm as that term is defined pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1983, c.31 (C.4:1C-3). L.1970, c.66, s.13; amended 2010, c.112, s.12.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.13a (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.13a - Prohibited sales of fertilizer; definitions.

4:9-15.13a Prohibited sales of fertilizer; definitions.  11. a. No person may sell at retail specialty fertilizer which contains more than 0.7 pounds of water-soluble nitrogen or more than 0.9 pounds of total nitrogen per 1,000 square feet at least 20 percent of which shall consist of slow release nitrogen when applied pursuant to the instructions on the container and is intended for use on turf by consumers. b. No person may sell at retail specialty fertilizer which contains phosphorus and is intended for use on turf by consumers unless the intended use of the fertilizer is: (1) for application to specific soils and turf as determined to be necessary pursuant to a soil test conducted by a laboratory identified pursuant to subsection b. of section 6 of P.L.2010, c.112 (C.58:10A-66) and performed no more than three years before the application, and pursuant to the associated annual fertilizer recommendation issued by the New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station at Rutgers, the State University; (2) for the establishment of turf for the first time, such as after land disturbance, provided the application is in accordance with the standards and requirements established under the "Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Act," P.L.1975, c.251 (C.4:24-39 et seq.), and the rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto; or (3) for the reestablishment or repair of a turf area. c. Nothing in this section shall apply to fertilizers derived from processed sewage wastewater solids or manipulated animal or vegetable manure. d. As used in this section: "Consumer" means a natural person who buys fertilizer for personal or household use and not for business purposes. "Manipulated animal or vegetable manure" means manure that is ground, pelletized, mechanically dried, or otherwise treated to assist with the use of manure as a fertilizer. "Slow release nitrogen" means nitrogen in a form that is released over time that is not water soluble. "Turf" means land, including residential property, that is planted in closely mowed, managed grass, except land used in the operation of a commercial farm as that term is defined pursuant to section 3 of P.L.1983, c.31 (C.4:1C-3). "Water-soluble nitrogen" means nitrogen in a water-soluble form that does not have slow or controlled release properties. L.2010, c.112, s.11.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.14 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.14 - Labeling of soil conditioner

4:9-15.14. Labeling of soil conditioner  Any soil conditioner distributed in this State in containers shall have placed on or affixed to the container a label setting forth in clearly legible and conspicuous form the following information: (a) The net weight or other measure prescribed by regulation. (b) The brand. (c) An accurate statement of composition and purpose. (d) The name and address of the licensee. L.1970, c. 66, s. 14.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.15 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.15 - Bulk soil conditioners; statement of information

4:9-15.15. Bulk soil conditioners; statement of information  For each kind of soil conditioner distributed in bulk in this State, a written or printed statement of the information required by section 14 of this act shall accompany each delivery and be supplied to the customer at the time of delivery. L.1970, c. 66, s. 15.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.16 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.16 - Inspection fee

4:9-15.16 Inspection fee  16. Each licensee shall pay to the Department of Agriculture for all commercial fertilizers and soil conditioners distributed in this State an inspection fee at the rate of $0.30 per ton on all tonnage in excess of 10 tons per semiannual statement. Fees so collected by the department shall be forwarded to the State Treasurer. Sales to persons owning or operating manufacturing facilities or exchanges between such persons are exempted from the inspection fee. L.1970,c.66,s.16; amended 2002, c.34, s.6.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.17 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.17 - Tonnage reports

4:9-15.17. Tonnage reports  Every person who distributes a commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner in this State shall file with the State Department of Agriculture, on a form furnished by the State Chemist, semiannual reports for the periods ending December 31 and June 30, setting forth the number of net tons of soil conditioner or of commercial fertilizer by grade and form (that is, bags, bulk, liquid, or other forms) distributed in this State during such 1/2 -year period. The report shall be due on or before the end of the month following the close of each period and shall be accompanied by payment of the inspection fee required under section 16 of this act. Information furnished under this section shall not be disclosed in such a way as to divulge the operation of any person. L.1970, c. 66, s. 17.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.18 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.18 - Comprehensive system of reporting; regulations

4:9-15.18. Comprehensive system of reporting; regulations  When the State board, after public hearing following due notice, finds it desirable to obtain or disseminate more detailed distribution statistics, it may by regulation prescribe a more comprehensive system of reporting. L.1970, c. 66, s. 18.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.19 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.19 - Failure to file tonnage report or pay inspection fee; assessment

4:9-15.19. Failure to file tonnage report or pay inspection fee; assessment  If a licensee fails to file a tonnage report and to pay the inspection fee within 60 days after the end of the semiannual period, a collection fee of 10% of the amount due, but not less than $10.00 in any event, shall be assessed against the licensee, and the amount of fees due shall constitute a debt against the licensee. In the event that a licensee fails to file the tonnage report and to pay the inspection fee, the Department of Agriculture may assess the amount due on the basis of previous tonnage reports filed. L.1970, c. 66, s. 19.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.20 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.20 - Sales to intermediate distributors; filing of report and payment of fee

4:9-15.20. Sales to intermediate distributors; filing of report and payment of fee  When the distribution of a commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner involves sales or distribution to one or more intermediate distributors before sale or distribution to the consumer, the person who distributes to a non-licensee is required to report the tonnage and pay the inspection fee, unless the report and payment have been made by a prior licensee. L.1970, c. 66, s. 20.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.21 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.21 - Sampling and analysis by Department of Agriculture

4:9-15.21. Sampling and analysis by Department of Agriculture  It shall be the duty of the Department of Agriculture to sample, inspect, make analyses of, and test commercial fertilizers and soil conditioners distributed within this State at such time and place and to such an extent as it may deem necessary to determine whether such products are in compliance with the provisions of this act. The department is authorized to enter upon any public or private premises or carriers during regular business hours in order to have access to commercial fertilizers and soil conditioners and to records relating to their distribution, subject to the provisions of this act and the rules and regulations adopted by the State Board of Agriculture pursuant thereto. L.1970, c. 66, s. 21.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.22 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.22 - Method of analysis and sampling

4:9-15.22. Method of analysis and sampling  The methods of analysis and sampling utilized under section 21 of this act shall be adopted by the State Board of Agriculture on the basis of authoritative sources such as publications of the Association of Official Analytical Chemists. L.1970, c. 66, s. 22.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.23 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.23 - Determination of violations

4:9-15.23. Determination of violations  The Department of Agriculture, in determining for administrative purposes whether any commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner is in violation of this act, shall base such determination solely upon official samples as defined in subsection 3(i) and obtained and analyzed in accordance with sections 21 and 22. L.1970, c. 66, s. 23.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.24 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.24 - Deficiency; forwarding analysis report to licensee

4:9-15.24. Deficiency; forwarding analysis report to licensee  The results of an analysis of a sample of any commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner which indicates a deficiency shall be forwarded promptly by the State Chemist to the licensee. Upon request and within 15 days of the date the analysis report is forwarded, the State Chemist shall furnish to the licensee a portion of any sample. If within 15 days after the forwarding of the analysis report indicating a deficiency no adequate evidence contradicting the analysis report is made available to the State Chemist, the report of the sample analysis shall become official and may be submitted to the purchaser. L.1970, c. 66, s. 24.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.25 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.25 - Deficiency in primary plant nutrients; penalties

4:9-15.25 Deficiency in primary plant nutrients; penalties  25. If an official analysis shows that a commercial fertilizer is deficient in one or more of its guaranteed primary plant nutrients (nitrogen, available phosphoric acid, and soluble potash) beyond the investigational allowance as established by regulation or if the over-all index value of the fertilizer is below the level established by regulation, a penalty of five times the commercial value of such deficiency shall be assessed by the State Chemist against the licensee. Subsequent violations within two years of the first violation shall be subject to an additional penalty of not less than $200.00 or more than $1,000.00. L.1970,c.66,s.25; amended 2002, c.34, s.7.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.26 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.26 - Determination and publication of value of primary plant nutrients

4:9-15.26. Determination and publication of value of primary plant nutrients  For the purpose of determining the commercial values to be applied under section 25 of this act, the State Board of Agriculture shall determine and publish annually the values per pound of nitrogen, including water insoluble nitrogen, available phosphoric acid, soluble potash, and other plant nutrients as determined by the State board, in commercial fertilizers in this State. The values so determined and published shall be used in determining and assessing penalties. L.1970, c. 66, s. 26.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.27 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.27 - Payment of penalties

4:9-15.27. Payment of penalties  All penalties assessed under section 25 of this act shall be paid to the purchaser, or to a consumer who thereafter received possession of the lot represented by the sample analyzed, within 60 days after the date of notice from the State Chemist to the licensee. Receipts shall be obtained and forwarded promptly to the State Chemist by the licensee. If the purchaser or consumer cannot be found, the amount of the penalty shall be paid to the State Treasurer. L.1970, c. 66, s. 27.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.28 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.28 - Judicial relief

4:9-15.28. Judicial relief  Nothing contained in this act shall prevent any person from appealing to a court of competent jurisdiction for relief from an assessment imposed under section 25 of this act. L.1970, c. 66, s. 28.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.29 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.29 - Deficiency; penalty prescribed by regulation

4:9-15.29. Deficiency; penalty prescribed by regulation  If an official report of a sample analysis shows that a commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner is deficient beyond the investigational allowance as established by regulation in any constituents guaranteed pursuant to paragraph 10(c)(3) of this act, the penalties prescribed by regulation adopted by the State Board of Agriculture shall be applicable. L.1970, c. 66, s. 29.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.30 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.30 - Misbranding

4:9-15.30. Misbranding  No person shall distribute a misbranded product. A commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner shall be deemed to be misbranded: (a) If its labeling is false or misleading in any particular. (b) If it is distributed under the name of another product. (c) If it is not labeled in accordance with any applicable provisions of sections 10, 11, 12, 13, 14 and 15 of this act and of regulations prescribed under this act. (d) If it purports to be or is represented as a commercial fertilizer, or is represented as containing a plant nutrient or commercial fertilizer, unless such plant nutrient or commercial fertilizer conforms to the definitions or terms prescribed by regulation. In the adoption of such regulations due regard shall be given to commonly accepted definitions and official fertilizer terms such as those issued by the Association of American Plant Food Control Officials. L.1970, c. 66, s. 30.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.31 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.31 - Adulterated products; prohibition against distribution

4:9-15.31. Adulterated products; prohibition against distribution  No person shall distribute an adulterated product. A commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner shall be deemed to be adulterated: (a) If it contains any deleterious or harmful ingredient in sufficient amount to render it injurious to plant life when applied in accordance with directions for use on the label, or if adequate warning statements or directions for use, which may be necessary to protect plant life, are not shown on the label. (b) If its composition falls below or differs from that which it is purported to possess by its labeling. (c) If it contains unwanted crop seed or weed seed. L.1970, c. 66, s. 31.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.32 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.32 - Publication of information concerning distribution of fertilizers and soil conditioners and results of analyses

4:9-15.32. Publication of information concerning distribution of fertilizers and soil conditioners and results of analyses  The State Board of Agriculture shall publish in such form and as it may deem proper: (a) At least once every 6 months, information concerning the distribution of commercial fertilizer and soil conditioners. (b) At least once each year, results of analyses based on official samples of commercial fertilizer distributed within the State as compared with the guaranteed analyses prescribed under section 10. L.1970, c. 66, s. 32.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.33 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.33 - Rules and regulations

4:9-15.33. Rules and regulations  The State Board of Agriculture, after public hearing and due notice, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act (P.L.1968, c. 410, C. 52:14B-1 et seq.), may adopt such rules and regulations as it deems necessary to carry into effect the full intent and purposes of this act. L.1970, c. 66, s. 33.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.33a (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.33a - Fertilizer regulation

4:9-15.33a. Fertilizer regulation  The department may adopt rules and regulations it may deem appropriate concerning the preparation, processing or distribution of seafood wastes to be used to fertilize or otherwise improve the chemical or physical characteristics of soil.  L. 1986, c. 80, s. 1, eff. Aug. 6, 1986.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.33b (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.33b - Cooperation encouraged

4:9-15.33b. Cooperation encouraged  The department may cooperate with any State or federal agency or any private organization to effectuate the purposes of this act.  L. 1986, c. 80, s. 2, eff. Aug. 6, 1986.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.34 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.34 - Revocation, suspension or refusal of license

4:9-15.34. Revocation, suspension or refusal of license  The State Board of Agriculture may revoke, suspend, or refuse to renew the license of any licensee or refuse to issue a license to a person under this act upon finding that the licensee or applicant has violated any provision of this act or of the rules and regulations adopted thereunder. No license shall be revoked, suspended, or refused until the licensee or applicant shall have been afforded an opportunity for a hearing before the State board or such person or persons as the State board may designate to conduct such hearings. L.1970, c. 66, s. 34.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.35 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.35 - Stop sale, use, or removal order

4:9-15.35. Stop sale, use, or removal order  The State Board of Agriculture may issue and enforce a written "stop sale, use, or removal" order to the owner or custodian of any lot of commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner, or material purported to be commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner, when the State Chemist finds that said material is being offered or exposed for sale in violation of any provision of this act or any rule or regulation adopted thereunder. Such order may require that the material be held at a designated place until the violation has been corrected and written authorization for removal has been received from the Department of Agriculture. The State Chemist shall authorize removal of commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner so held whenever the requirements of this act have been met and any identifiable costs and expenses incurred by the department in connection with this action, due to a violation, have been paid. L.1970, c. 66, s. 35.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.36 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.36 - Seizure and disposal of deficient products

4:9-15.36. Seizure and disposal of deficient products  Any lot of commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner which is in violation of this act shall be subject to seizure on complaint of the State Board of Agriculture to a court of competent jurisdiction in the area in which said product is located. In the event the court finds the product to be in violation of this act and orders the condemnation of said product, it shall be disposed of in any manner consistent with the quality of the product and the laws of the State: Provided, that in no instance shall the disposition of said commercial fertilizer or soil conditioner be ordered by the court without first affording the owner an opportunity to apply to the court for release of the product or for permission to process or relabel the product to bring it into compliance with this act. L.1970, c. 66, s. 36.
NJ Rev Stat § 4:9-15.37 (2021)
2021 New Jersey Revised Statutes|Title 4 - Agriculture and Domestic Animals|Section 4:9-15.37 - Injunction

4:9-15.37. Injunction  Any violation or threatened violation of any provision of this act or of any rule or regulation adopted thereunder may be restrained by the Superior Court in an action brought for such purpose by the Attorney General on behalf of the State Board of Agriculture. L.1970, c. 66, s. 37.