In developing rules to implement this subchapter, the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission shall consider:
(1) The current and projected level of nutrients in the soil within the area;
(2) The current or potential impacts of surplus nutrients within the area;
(3) Litter produced and applied in the area;
(4) Commercial fertilizer, compost, and other sources of nutrients applied within the area;
(5) The current or projected nutrient needs within the area, including the nutrient level necessary to maintain soil fertility, current and future cropping patterns, and those crops' demands for nutrients;
(6) The soil type, geology, hydrology, and other physical characteristics of the area;
(7) The types of water bodies and the uses of the waters within the area; and
(8) Any other relevant information necessary to effect the purposes of this subchapter.
Structure Arkansas Code
Title 15 - Natural Resources and Economic Development
Subtitle 2 - Land and Water Resources Generally
Chapter 20 - General Provisions
Subchapter 11 - Arkansas Soil Nutrient Application and Poultry Litter Utilization Act
§ 15-20-1102. Legislative intent
§ 15-20-1104. Declared nutrient surplus areas
§ 15-20-1105. Regulatory considerations
§ 15-20-1106. Designated nutrient application
§ 15-20-1107. Nutrient management plan
§ 15-20-1108. Poultry litter management plan
§ 15-20-1109. Sale or transfer of litter
§ 15-20-1110. Litter utilization committee
§ 15-20-1113. Administrative penalties
§ 15-20-1114. No conflict with Arkansas Water and Air Pollution Control Act