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HomeFood and Agricultural CodeDiv. 7Ch. 5Art. 2§ 14530 Fertilizer Distributor Definition

§ 14530 Fertilizer Distributor Definition

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§ 14530 Fertilizer Distributor Definition

This law defines who counts as a "Distributor" of fertilizing materials in the state, covering anyone who imports, consigns, or sells the product here.

Key Takeaways

  • •A "Distributor" includes anyone who imports, consigns, sells, barters, or otherwise supplies fertilizer in the state.
  • •The definition applies to products meant for use or shipment within the state.
  • •Being a distributor may trigger specific regulatory requirements for the product.

Example

A company brings in bags of fertilizer from another country and sells them to local farmers.

Because the company imports the fertilizer and sells it to farmers in the state, it is a "Distributor" under this statute.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 14530 Fertilizer Distributor Definition

“Distributor” means any person who imports or consigns a fertilizing material or who offers for sale, sells, barters, or othewise supplies this product for use in, or shipment within or into, this state. (Repealed and added by Stats. 1990, Ch. 504, Sec. 2.)

Last verified: January 10, 2026

Key Terms

Distributorfertilizing material

Related Statutes

  • § 14531 Fertilizer Experimental Use Definition
  • § 14532 Commercial Crop Fertilizer Use
  • § 14533 Fertilizing Material Definition
  • § 14534 Fish Emulsion Definition
  • § 14540 Fertilizer Label Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Food and Agricultural Code. Section 14530.
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