Maryland § 8-803.7
Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 8-803.7, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-803.7.
(a) The Department, in consultation with the University of Maryland, shall develop a program of public education that shall include:
(1) The dissemination of information regarding nutrient pollution;
(2) Best management practices for fertilizer use;
(3) Soil testing;
(4) Proper interpretation of fertilizer label instructions; and
(5) The proper use and calibration of fertilizer application equipment.
(b) The University of Maryland shall identify laboratories that:
(1) Follow the recommended soil testing procedures for the mid–Atlantic United States; and
(2) Provide a final report to a requestor of soil testing with the results of a soil test.
(c) The University of Maryland shall review its fertilizer turf guidelines every 3 years and revise the guidelines as necessary, with consideration of plant nutrient requirements and established State goals to protect water quality in the waters of the State.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 8-803.7
What does Maryland Code § 8-803.7 cover?
Section 8-803.7 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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