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FERTILIZERS WILL BE OFF THE SHELVES IN MARSHFIELD
Tuesday, July 29th, 2008 -- 9:31 am
Posted by Riley Hebert-News Director
The vote was close, but the Marshfield City Council approved a strict regulation on fertilizers containing phosphorous last week.
Supporters say there's typically enough phosphorus in soil and the excess runs off into waterways, causing algae problems.
The measure, approved when Mayor Chris Meyer broke a tie vote, includes some exemptions for newly established lawns, lawns where soil tests determine there's a need for phosphorus and garden applications.
But, it bans retailers from displaying phosphorus-containing products, such as typical "weed and feed" products.
It goes into effect on January 1, 2009.
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