Is the application of lime regulated under the Fertilizer Use Act?

The application of lime is not regulated under the Fertilizer Use Act. This is because the Fertilizer Use Act primarily governs synthetic fertilizers and certain organic fertilizers in order to manage nutrient runoff and protect water quality. Lime, while important for adjusting soil pH and improving soil health, does not fall under the same regulatory framework since it is often considered a soil amendment rather than a fertilizer.

This regulation distinction is important because lime is typically applied to enhance soil conditions for plant growth rather than to directly provide nutrients in the way that fertilizers do. Therefore, its use is generally more flexible and not subject to the same stringent requirements and oversight as fertilizers categorized under this Act.