Instruction of 2003 regulating the transportation, storage, production, trade and use of organic fertilizers.

The aim of this Instruction is to regulate the transport, storage, production, trade and use of organic fertilizers. This Instruction is composed of 23 articles. Articles 1 and 2 deal with terms and definitions. Article 3 provides for the establishment of the Committee for Licensing Organic Fertilizer Industries. Article 5 lays down requirements and conditions necessary for the transportation of organic fertilizers. Articles 6 and 7 define the requirements and conditions for the use of organic fertilizers in farms. Article 8 prohibits the trade of organic fertilizers unless a previous licence from the Ministry of Agriculture has been obtained. Article 9 specifies the requirements for the obtainment of licences. Article 10 defines the requirements and conditions for gathering and storing organic fertilizers. Articles 12-14 lay down requirements and conditions for the establishment of organic fertilizer industries. Article 15 prohibits the use of treated sewage waters in the production of organic fertilizers. Articles 16-20 contain general provisions in including: (a) use of mineral elements in the production of organic fertilizers; (b) requirements for the packaging of treated organic fertilizers; and (c) registration of fertilizers. Articles 21 and 22 contain offences and penalties.