2011 New Jersey Fertilizer Law Quiz

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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

<p>Professional fertilizer applicators (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 limit the application of fertilizer?

<p>During the 'blackout dates' of November 15th (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?

<p>To protect New Jersey surface and ground waters from impairment by minimizing nitrogen and phosphorus loading from lawn fertilizer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is excess nitrogen a threat to coastal water quality?

<p>It impairs the quality of coastal water (estuaries) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern regarding excess phosphorus in the context of water quality?

<p>It impairs the quality of fresh water (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290 establish in relation to fertilizer standards?

<p>Statewide fertilizer standards pre-empting local municipal ordinances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is required to undergo training and become certified under the New Jersey Fertilizer Law, A2290?

<p>Professional fertilizer applicators (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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