This Resolution issues the Implementing Guidelines for the importation, circulation and production of organic fertilizers. Fertilizers are classified as follows: mineral fertilizers; organic fertilizers; fertilizers containing chlorine and sodium; and animal fertilizers. Requirements and conditions for the importation, circulation and production of organic fertilizers are: (a) registration at the Ministry of Agriculture; (b) not of animal origin; (c) not composed of remains or waste of slaughterhouses, industries (except agricultural industries) or domestic sources; (d) the percentage of sodium shall not be more than 3 percent; and, (e) the quantity of dried organic carbon in the liquid organic fertilizers not more than 10 gr/100 liquid grs. The Agricultural Affairs Department shall carry out the registration of fertilizers. The label must be sealed by the Agricultural Material Control Committee and shall contain the following: percentage of organic materials; name and address of producers; country of origin; number and date of the registration; expiry date; and weight and date of production. The technical, commercial, scientific and advertising publication shall be adopted by the Ministry of Agriculture. Moreover, this Resolution provides for the following: requirements and conditions for packages and exportation of fertilizers; samples and analysis methods. Fertilizers shall be provided with the Environment Safety Certificate.
Resolution No. 82/T issuing the Implementing Guidelines for the importation, circulation and production of organic fertilizers.