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What is the primary purpose of the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
What is the primary purpose of the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
- To encourage the growth of coastal water estuaries in New Jersey
- To protect New Jersey surface and ground waters from nitrogen and phosphorus loading (correct)
- To regulate the sale of lawn fertilizer in New Jersey
- To promote the use of organic fertilizers in New Jersey
What is the main concern regarding excess nitrogen and phosphorus in the context of water quality?
What is the main concern regarding excess nitrogen and phosphorus in the context of water quality?
- Excess nitrogen is a greater concern for fresh water quality
- Excess nitrogen threatens coastal water (estuaries) quality (correct)
- Excess phosphorus is a threat to coastal water (estuaries) quality
- Both nutrients have no impact on water quality
What does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 establish in relation to fertilizer standards?
What does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 establish in relation to fertilizer standards?
- No specific standards mentioned in the law
- National fertilizer standards
- Statewide fertilizer standards pre-empting local municipal ordinances (correct)
- County-specific fertilizer standards
Who is required to undergo training and become certified under the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
Who is required to undergo training and become certified under the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
When does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 limit the application of fertilizer?
When does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 limit the application of fertilizer?
What is the primary purpose of the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
What is the primary purpose of the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
Why is excess nitrogen a threat to coastal water quality?
Why is excess nitrogen a threat to coastal water quality?
What is the main concern regarding excess phosphorus in the context of water quality?
What is the main concern regarding excess phosphorus in the context of water quality?
What does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 establish in relation to fertilizer standards?
What does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 establish in relation to fertilizer standards?
Who is required to undergo training and become certified under the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
Who is required to undergo training and become certified under the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?
