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AAPFCO Summer
Annual 2016
August 3-6, 2016
Pittsburgh, PA
Schedule, Meeting Rooms
& Committee Agenda
Effective 7-27-16
See you there!!!
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AAPFCO Annual Meeting
August 3-6, 2016
Pittsburgh, PA Updated: July 27, 2016
For Meeting and Hotel Details click here:
www.aapfco.org
Day Date Time Committee Room
Wed. 8/3/16 7:00 - 5:00 PM Registration Denver Registration
8:00- 12:00 RISE Members City Center A
12:30- 5:00 P.M. Board of Directors Rivers Room
3:00 – 5:00 P.M. TFI Product Quality Marquis C Ballroom
5:15 – 6:15 P.M. Methods Forum BOD Marquis C Ballroom
6:30 – 8:00 P.M Presidential Reception Salons 1-2 Grand Ballroom
Thurs.
8/4/16
7:00 AM – 5:00PM Registration Grand Foyer
7:00 – 8:00 Coffee Service Grand Foyer
8:00 – 12:00 General Session
8.00 Call to Order
Welcome PA Dept. of Ag,
Roll Call
8:15 Report of the Board
8:25 Invitation to Methods
Forum
8:30 Presidential Address
9:15 Industry Regulatory
Program
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
10:30- 10:45 Break Grand Foyer
10:45 – 12:00 Industry Regulatory
Completion
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
12:00-1:30 Lunch on your own
12:00 – 1:30 New Attendee Luncheon Salon 5 Grand Ballroom
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM MODEL DOCUMENTS
GROUP
Terms and
Definitions
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
3:00 – 3:15 Break Grand Foyer
3:15 – 4:30 MODEL DOCUMENTS
GROUP
Terms and
Definitions
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
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4:30 – 6:00 Control Officials Closed
Session
Marquis C
6:30 -10:00 PM AAPFCO Banquet Marquis A-B Ballroom
Fri. 8/5/16 7:00 AM – 5:00PM Registration Grand Foyer
7:00 – 8:00 Coffee Service Grand Foyer
8:00 - 10:00
8:00 - 9:15
9:15 – 10:00
8:00 – 10:00
MODEL DOCUMENTS
GROUP
Uniform Reports
Uniform Bills
LABORATORY GROUP
Slow Release Fertilizer
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
Marquis B-C Ballroom
10:00 – 10:15 Break Grand Foyer
10:15 – 12:00
10:15 – 2:00
10:15 – 12:00
Groups Continue
MODEL DOCUMENTS
GROUP
Environmental Affairs
LABORATORY GROUP
Magruder
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
Marquis B-C Ballroom
12:00 – 1:30 pm Lunch on Own
1:30- 3:45
1:30 – 3:45
2:00 – 2:15
2:15 – 2:45
2:45 – 3:00
3:00 – 3:45
LABORATORY GROUP
Laboratory Services
COMMUNICATIONS
GROUP
Best Manufacturing
Practices
Plant Security
Membership
Education &
Information
Marquis B-C Ballroom
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
3:45 -4:00 PM Break Grand Foyer
4:00- 5:00 PM Business Session Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom
5:00 PM Adjourn Safe Travels
Sat.8/6/16 7:30-12:00 PM Long Range Planning
Committee Only Marquis C Ballroom
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Table of Contents
Association of American Plant Food Control Officials ................................................................................... 5
PUBLICATIONS ORDER FORM ..............................................................................................................5
August 3, 2016 Meetings ..............................................................................................................................6
Board of Directors meeting ..........................................................................................................................6
TFI Product Quality ......................................................................................................................................6
Presidential Reception ..................................................................................................................................6
AGENDA Meetings 8-3, 8-4, 8-5 ................................................................................................................6
Facilitator Assignments ................................................................................................................................6
Industry Regulatory Presenter Bio’s ............................................................................................................7
Chris Jahn .................................................................................................................................................7
Karen Chapman .......................................................................................................................................7 Karl Brown ...............................................................................................................................................8
Tom Wall ..................................................................................................................................................8
Report of the Board of Directors ..................................................................................................................9
Voting Topics 2016 Annual .....................................................................................................................9
Terms & Definitions Committee ................................................................................................................14
AGENDA ...............................................................................................................................................14
Minutes WA 2016 ..................................................................................................................................18
Uniform Reports Committee ......................................................................................................................24
Report .....................................................................................................................................................25
UNIFORM BILLS COMMITTEE .............................................................................................................26
AGENDA ...............................................................................................................................................26
Report .....................................................................................................................................................27
Slow Release Fertilizer Committee ...............................................................................................................29
AGENDA ...............................................................................................................................................29
REPORT .................................................................................................................................................30
ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE .......................................................................................34
AGENDA ................................................................................................................................................34
Environmental Affairs Minutes ...............................................................................................................35
Magruder Check Sample ..............................................................................................................................37
Agenda ....................................................................................................................................................37
Draft Magruder Committee Meeting Minutes ........................................................................................38
Lab Services Committee ..............................................................................................................................42
AGENDA ...............................................................................................................................................42
Laboratory Services Committee Meeting Minutes .................................................................................43
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP) COMMITTEE .................................................................45
AGENDA ...............................................................................................................................................45
Report .....................................................................................................................................................46
Education and Information Committee .......................................................................................................48
Agenda ....................................................................................................................................................48
Winter Annual Report .............................................................................................................................49
Long Range Planning Committee ..............................................................................................................51
AGENDA ...............................................................................................................................................51
Report .....................................................................................................................................................52
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Association of American Plant Food Control Officials
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Winter Annual 2017 Hyatt French Quarter, New Orleans, LA
February 17 – 24, 2017
Prevailing Government Per Diem Rate (Currently $160.00 + 14.75% tax +$1.00/night)
August 3, 2016 Meetings
RISE Members (City Center A)
8:00 – 12:00
Board of Directors meeting
(Rivers Room)
12:30 – 5:00
TFI Product Quality
(Marquis C Ballroom)
3:00 – 5:00
Magruder Forum Board of Directors
(Marquis C Ballroom)
5:15 – 6:15
Presidential Reception
(Salons 1-2 Grand Ballroom)
6:30 – 8:00
AGENDA Meetings 8-3, 8-4, 8-5
Facilitator Assignments
Industry Regulatory Program facilitated by Ben Jones
Model Documents Group facilitated by Katy Laney
Laboratory Group facilitated by James Bartos
Communications Group facilitated by Lance Kunneman
Administrative Group facilitated by Nick Young
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Industry Regulatory Presenter Bio’s
Chris Jahn
Christopher L. Jahn is president of The Fertilizer Institute (TFI), the fertilizer industry’s national trade association. As TFI president, Jahn works to represent, promote and protect a sound fertilizer industry through legislative and regulatory activities and to promote a favorable public image of the fertilizer industry and agriculture. Jahn also serves as president for the Nutrients for Life Foundation (NFL). Jahn comes to TFI having served as president of the National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) since 2006. Prior to leading NACD, Jahn served as president of the Contract Services Association (CSA). Before joining CSA, Jahn had an active role in the United States Senate working for nearly 10 years for U.S. Senator Craig Thomas (R-Wyo.) in a variety of roles, including legislative assistant, legislative director and Chief of Staff. After graduating from Columbia University with a B.A. in Political Science, Jahn co-founded a book distribution business. He also earned an MBA from the University of Maryland. A native of Wyoming, Chris and his wife, Marianne, live in Fairfax Station, VA., with their two children.
Karen Chapman
Karen Chapman is currently Manager with Environmental Defense Fund's Agricultural Sustainability
Team. In this role she leads development and expansion of EDF's farmer network programs for nutrient
optimization and on-farm research, as well as a team of EDF and outside experts in evaluating key nutrient
use efficiency tools, technologies and products through a program called NutrientStar as part of EDF's
Sustainable Sourcing Initiative.
Karen graduated from Miami University in Oxford Ohio with a B.S. in Communication, minor in Spanish.
After college she served two years as a U.S. Peace Corps volunteer in Ecuador, coordinating rural youth
agricultural programs and community development projects.
Post Peace Corps Karen worked for 15 years in Texas in several positions: as a preserve manager for the
National Audubon Society, a consultant on border region outreach to the state natural resource agency, and
as Assistant Director with the Texas Center for Policy Studies specializing in US-Mexico water policy. She
joined the staff of Environmental Defense Fund in 2002 to coordinate private lands incentives programs in
South Texas.
Professional affiliations include the Ohio Department of Agriculture Controlled Animal Feeding Facility Advisory Committee, the 4R Nutrient Stewardship Advisory Committee, the Soil Health Partnership
advisory committee and the Natural Resource Conservation Service State Technical Committee. She has
also served as Chair of the National Advisory Committee to the US Representative to the tri-lateral
Commission for Environmental Cooperation, and as a board member of the US - Mexico border Good
Neighbor Environmental Board.
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Karl Brown Executive Secretary
Pennsylvania State Conservation Commission
Karl has served as the State Conservation Commission’s Executive Secretary since November 1995. In
this capacity, he is responsible for the implementation and oversight of all commission programs and
activities, including the Dirt, Gravel & Low Volume Road Program, the Nutrient & Odor Management
Program, the Resource Protection & Enhancement Tax Credit Program, and Conservation District Support
& Oversight activities. Prior to serving with the Commission, Karl worked for Pennsylvania Farm Bureau,
Governmental Relations Divisions, and with the Lebanon Conservation District. Karl has a Bachelor
Degree in Environmental Resource Management from Penn State University.
Tom Wall Tom Wall is Director of the Assessment and Watershed Protection Division in EPA's Office of Wetlands, Oceans and Watersheds. He is responsible for EPA's national water quality monitoring program for surface waters; a regulatory program under which states identify polluted waters and develop cleanup plans for those waters; and a $165M per year grant program for controlling runoff from small towns and farms. Folks in his Division do exciting work to promote the use of green infrastructure to protect and restore water quality as well. Tom has worked at EPA for 30 years, primarily on water issues. He has worked in staff positions on water quality permitting and standards and as a Special Assistant to the Assistant Administrator for Water where he worked on reforms to the Safe Drinking Water Act. He has served for more than 15 years in management positions in the Office of Water and as Deputy Director and Acting Director of EPA’s American Indian Environmental Office.
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Report of the Board of Directors
Voting Topics 2016 Annual Recommendation to Tentative Status SA16 T-93 Soluble Silicon (Si) – is that portion of the silicon contained in non-liquid fertilizer materials
and/or beneficial compounds that is soluble in a mixture of 0.094 Molar Sodium Carbonate and 0.20 Molar Ammonium Nitrate and [can be determined by validated or approved method and is expressed as a % soluble silicon (SI)] [by an is a measure of monosilicic acid by a validated or
approved method. It is expressed as H4SiO4 ] (Tentative 2015, SA)(OP 69, page 80)
T-70 Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer – Describes fertilizer products with characteristics that allow increased nutrient availability and reduce potential of nutrient losses to the environment e.g., gaseous losses, leaching or runoff when compared to an appropriate reference product.(Tentative 2015, SA) (OP 69, page 76)
T-71 Slow Release – [Are fertilizer products that release (convert to a plant-available form) their plant nutrients at a slower rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. Examples of slow-release products are coated or occluded, which control the release of soluble nutrients through coating or occlusion of the water soluble nutrient compounds, water insoluble, or slowly available water-soluble.] – [Are solid or liquid fertilizer products that release (convert to a plant available form) their nutrients at a slower rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. This may be accomplished by biodegradation and/or by limited solubility and/or by hydrolysis or other recognized chemical or biochemical means. Some examples include solid fertilizers such as: methylene urea (MU), Magnesium Potassium Phosphate and bio-solids, and liquid fertilizer such as Triazone.] (Tentative 2015, SA) (OP 69, page 79)
[T-102 Controlled Release Fertilizers - are solid fertilizer products that release nutrients at a
controlled rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. The controlled rate of nutrient release is achieved by modifying readily available nutrient forms with recognized physical mechanisms such as coatings, occlusions or other similar means. Some examples include Polymer coated N-P-K fertilizers, Polymer Coated Urea (PCU) and occluded fertilizers.]
N-62 Feather Meal – Consisting of ground and processed bird feathers, a byproduct of poultry processing. [Ground and dried poultry feathers.] (Tentative 2015 WA, SA) (OP 69, page 83)
[T-103 Aquaculture By-product - A solid material, primarily organic matter, produced by cultivating aquatic animals and plants. It can be beneficially recycled for its soil amending characteristics.] Motion to Tentative as a Term Slater, Second Hunt, Motion Carried
[T-104 N-(n-propyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NPPT) – Compound that is the normal propyl derivative of thiophosphoric triamides and is a urease inhibitor. CAS Number 916809-14-8
[K-22 Potassium Sulphite – Is a potash salt (K2SO3) containing not less than 59% soluble K2O soluble potash (K2O) and 20% S sulfur (S). It is often sold as an aqueous solution containing twenty-three percent (23%) soluble potash (K2O), and eight percent (8%) sulfur (S).]
[Ca-25 Calcium Gluconate – Is a calcium complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Ca gluconate.]
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[Mg-6 Magnesium Gluconate – is a magnesium complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Mg gluconate.]
[Mn-20 Manganese Gluconate – is a manganese complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Mn gluconate.]
[Fe-25 Iron Gluconate – is an iron complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Fe gluconate.] [Zn-22 Zinc Gluconate – is a zinc complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Zn gluconate.] [B-10 Boron Gluconate – is a boron complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as B gluconate.]
P – 27 Tripotassium Phosphate (tribasic potassium phosphate (K3PO4) (fertilizer quality) Editorial change of definition for Tri-potassium phosphate change the “di” in the definition to “tri” (OP 69, page 89)
Recommendation to Raise to Official BSC-1 Calcium Silicate – Is derived from naturally occurring minerals such as Wollastonite or may be
synthetically derived, having the principal formula of CaSiO3, and is a source of Calcium and Soluble Silicon. (Tentative 2016, WA) (OP 69, page 100)
T-77 Low Phosphate Fertilizer – Means fertilizer products intended for new or established urban turf or lawns, with available phosphate levels equal to or above 0.5% P2O5 and an application rate not to exceed 0.25 lb P2O5/1000 sq ft/application and 0.5 lb P2O5/1000 sq ft/year. (Tentative 2016, WA) (OP 69, page 77)
Ca-24 Calcium Polysaccharide – a complex formed by the reaction of calcium with polysaccharide
long chain carbohydrates. (Tentative 2016, WA) FE-24 Iron EDDHSA – Is an iron(III) chelate of ethylenediamine di-(2-hydroxyl-5-sulfophenylacetic)
acid and is commonly expressed as FeEDDHSA.(Tentative 2016, WA)
N-64 UAN/Calcium Solutions – Manufactured as liquid mixtures of UAN solution and water soluble calcium solutions containing calcium chloride or calcium nitrate. If sufficient water soluble calcium is added to produce a calcium to urea nitrogen ratio equal to or greater than 0.2, the resulting product can be considered an enhanced efficiency fertilizer since the soluble calcium mitigates ammonia volatilization loss when compared to UAN, the enhanced efficiency reference product standard. (Tentative 2016, WA)
BSC-7 Calcium Magnesium Silicates - are compounds derived from fused silicates, mined materials, or synthetically manufactured materials contained in fertilizer, fertilizer materials, fertilizer blends, and/or beneficial compounds and are sources of calcium and magnesium when extracted with a validated method that includes hydrochloric acid. They may also be a source of Soluble Silicon. Tentative 2016, WA)
Recommended to Delete N-47 Soybean Meal – Is the product remaining after extracting most of the oil from whole soybeans.
(Official 2005, Tentative 2016, WA) (OP 69, page 85) N-65 Hydrolyzed Feather Meal - The product resulting from the heating by steam under pressure of
undecomposed feathers from slaughtered poultry. (Tentative 2016, WA) N-48 Cottonseed Meal – is the product remaining after extracting most of the oil from whole
cottonseeds. (0fficial 2005, Tentative 2016, WA) (OP 69, page 83)
Recommendation Move to Official (OP 69, page 74)
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1. GHS labeling SUIP 33 Globally Harmonized System Labeling: Products which must meet the
Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) requirements in
accordance with the Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazard
Communication Standards, may include the information required by OSHA on the fertilizer label.
Such statements and labeling are recognized as valid label text and will not be considered in
violation of the State fertilizer laws. (Tentative 2015, SA)
Recommended Move to Tentative
Uniform State Fertilizer Bill (OP 69, page 37)
Section 4(A)(1)
(o) The term "labeling" means all written, printed, or graphic matter, upon or accompanying any
fertilizer, or advertisements, brochures, posters, television and radio announcements [any
advertising, promotional or promotion of any fertilizer including but not limited to all
written, printed, graphic or electronic communication] used in promoting the sale of such
fertilizer.
Uniform Agricultural Liming Materials Bill (OP 69, page 101)
Section 2(p)
[(p) Labeling means any advertising, promotional or promotion of any ag liming material including
but not limited to all written, printed, graphic or electronic communication.]
Uniform Soil Amendment Bill (OP 69, page 106)
Section 3(i)
(i) "Labeling" means all written, printed or graphic matter, upon or accompanying any soil
amendment, or advertisements, brochures, posters, or television or radio announcements
[any advertising, promotional or promotion of any soil amendment including but not
limited to all written, printed, graphic or electronic communication] used in promoting the
sale of such soil amendment.
Uniform Horticultural Growing Media Labeling Bill (OP 69, page 120)
Section 3(6)
(6) “Labeling” means, in addition to the label, any written, printed, or graphic matter
accompanying any horticultural growing medium or any advertisements, brochures, posters,
television, radio, or other announcements[any advertising, promotional or promotion of
any horticultural growing medium including but not limited to all written, printed,
graphic or electronic communication] used in promoting the sale of a horticultural growing
medium. Registration documents provided by manufacturers to the __________ shall not be
part of product labeling. (Official 1998)
Environmental Affairs Committee:
Recommendation to Raise to Official.
Environmental Control Concerning the Application of Fertilizer (OP 69, page 129) The Association of American Plant Food Control Officials is vitally interested in the protection of the environment. Research has established the beneficial effects of proper fertilizer application on crop growth, which lessens pollution of surface waters by protecting soils from erosion. Conversely, research has also shown that under certain management and climatic conditions, applications of fertilizer can result in movement of fertilizer nutrients to surface and/or ground water sources.
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The Association supports that use of fertilizer when combined with best management practices such as the 4R’s (right product, right time, right place, and right rate) can improve the quality of the environment by:
(1) Increasing the quality of biomass produced per unit area of land surface, which aids in stabilizing and protecting the soil from erosion.
(2) Increasing production of food and fiber per unit area, thereby eliminating the necessity for producing crops on land unsuited for cultivation.
(3) Increasing accumulation of soil nutrients into biomass, thereby minimizing the loss of soluble nutrients to ground water.
(4) Reducing the conversion of non-agricultural land placed into cultivation as a result of improved yields.
The Association strongly supports peer reviewed research to provide scientifically credible information vital to the continued use of plant nutrients without adversely affecting the environment. The use of this information by extension service agronomists, commercial agronomists and other advisors in an educational program or in making specific nutrient recommendations will be critical for ensuring an adequate source of food for the nation and world. The Association recognizes and endorses the following activities:
(1) Soil, plant, or other forms of testing needs to be scientifically correlated with the nutrient needs of specific crops. Outreach and education for consumers and laboratories is necessary to make testing convenient and understandable.
(2) Protecting our land resources against erosion losses through employment of best management practices which include application of appropriate quantities of fertilizer.
(3) Funding of long term research programs to quantify the effects of fertilizer on the environment under diverse combinations of soils, climate, crop, and management.
(4) A continuing dialogue between fertilizer and environment experts that achieves a mutual understanding of environmental issues related to the use of crop inputs.
(5) Balancing the need for environmental protection with the need to beneficially reuse materials that would otherwise be waste.
(6) The development and implementation of uniform requirements. The Association further encourages the thorough evaluation of all appropriate peer reviewed research data before additional regulations on fertilizer application are invoked. Inappropriate or unnecessary regulations of inputs could reduce the amount of biomass produced, increase
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erosion of crop land, increase cost of food and fiber to consumers, and cause deterioration of the competitive position of the American farmer in the world market.
Urban Landscape Policy Fertilizer is essential for maintaining attractive and functional urban landscapes. However, if fertilizer is
adulterated or is improperly or excessively applied, then fertilizer can adversely affect public health and the
environment. Issues range from contaminants in vegetable gardens to nutrient runoff from turf. To
prevent these problems, fertilizer use must involve the right product, the right rate, the right time, and the
right place (4Rs).
Manufacturers, retailers, testing laboratories, professional landscapers, consumers, and lawmakers each
play a role in preventing inappropriate fertilizer use in urban landscapes.
(1) Fertilizer formulations need to be appropriate for their intended use.
(2) Application instructions for the end user need to be clear and accurate.
(3) Soil, plant tissue, or other forms of sampling and analysis to evaluate nutrient requirements needs to be
convenient and understandable.
(4) Users need to apply fertilizer appropriately.
(5) Legal requirements limiting fertilizer application should be based on peer reviewed science, and written
to be easily understood, implemented, and enforced.
Therefore, the Association of American Plant Food Control Officials supports:
(1) Including environmental scientists, policy makers, fertilizer manufacturers, control officials and
educators in discussions of nutrient issues, policy, and legal requirements;
(2) Soil, plant tissue, and other forms of testing, and nutrient management planning to ensure that fertilizer
applications are appropriate for the specific needs of the soil, climate, and plants;
(3) Outreach and education to consumers, landscaping professionals, and laboratories to make soil, plant
tissue, and other forms of testing convenient, understandable, and useful;
(4) Discussions of public policy for nutrient management should be informed by the latest peer reviewed
research regarding how nutrients, including fertilizers, in urban landscapes affect public health and the
environment;
(5) Continuing research to improve understanding of how nutrient management in urban landscapes affects
the environment.
(6) Balancing the need for environmental protection with the need to beneficially reuse materials that
would otherwise be waste.
(7) Outreach and education to consumers promoting best management practices in urban landscapes.
(Tentative 2015, SA)
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Terms & Definitions Committee
AGENDA
Pittsburgh, PA
Salons 2-4 Grand Ballroom 1:30 – 4:30
August 4, 2016
CALL TO ORDER
1. Welcome, roll call of committee members and introduction of guests. (5 minutes) Facilitator: Katie Laney
2. Agenda review and approval (5 minutes) Chair
3. Annual Meeting Report Review and Approval (5 minutes) Chair
4. AAPFCO Membership Voting Items at Summer Annual 2016, Terms and Definitions can act on these depending on the outcome of the Membership vote. Available to delete, stay tentative, official. (20 minutes) Chair
T-93 Soluble Silicon – is that portion of the silicon contained in non-liquid fertilizer materials and/or
beneficial compounds that is soluble in a mixture of 0.094 Molar Sodium Carbonate and 0.20 Molar Ammonium Nitrate and determined by a validated or approved method. It is expressed as percent Soluble Silicon (Si).
T-70 Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer – Describes fertilizer products with characteristics that allow increased nutrient availability and reduce potential of nutrient losses to the environment e.g., gaseous losses, leaching or runoff when compared to an appropriate reference product.
T-71 Slow Release Fertilizers - are solid or liquid fertilizer products that release (convert to a plant available
form) their nutrients at a slower rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. This may be accomplished by biodegradation and/or by limited solubility and/or by hydrolysis or other recognized chemical or biochemical means. Some examples include solid fertilizers such as: methylene urea (MU), Magnesium Potassium Phosphate and bio-solids, and liquid fertilizer such as Triazone.
T-102 Controlled Release Fertilizers - are solid fertilizer products that release nutrients at a controlled rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. The controlled rate of nutrient release is achieved by modifying readily available nutrient forms with recognized physical mechanisms such as coatings, occlusions or other similar means. Some examples include Polymer coated N-P-K fertilizers, Polymer Coated Urea (PCU) and occluded fertilizers.
N-62 Feather Meal - Consisting of ground and processed bird feathers, a byproduct of poultry processing.
Working Group Recommendation: N-62 Feather Meal - Ground and dried poultry feathers.
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N-65 Hydrolyzed Feather Meal - The product resulting from the heating by steam under pressure of
undecomposed feathers from slaughtered poultry.
T-103 Aquaculture By-product - A solid material, primarily organic matter, produced by cultivating aquatic animals and plants. It can be beneficially recycled for its plant nutrient content and soil amending characteristics.
T-104 N-(n-propyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NPPT) – Compound that is the normal propyl derivative of thiophosphoric triamides and is a urease inhibitor. CAS Number 916809-14-8.
K-22 Potassium Sulphite –is a potash salt (K2SO3) containing not less than fifty nine percent (59%) soluble potash (K2O) and twenty percent (20%) sulfur (S). It is often sold as an aqueous solution containing twenty-three percent (23%) soluble potash (K2O), and eight percent (8%) sulfur (S).
Ca-25 Calcium Gluconate – Is a calcium complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Ca gluconate.
Mg-6 Magnesium Gluconate – is a magnesium complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Mg gluconate.
Mn-20 Manganese Gluconate – is a manganese complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Mn gluconate.
Fe-25 Iron Gluconate – is an iron complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Fe gluconate.
Zn-22 Zinc Gluconate – is a zinc complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Zn gluconate.
N-48 Cottonseed Meal – is the product remaining after extracting most of the oil from whole cottonseeds.
5. Old Business ( hours) Chair Available to move to tentative, table, or no action
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_ Phosphorous acid and its potassium and calcium salts – Verdesian Life Sciences, Gary Orr Withdrawn from agenda by Verdesian Life Sciences, 7-15-2016 email. ________________________________________________________________________________
_ T-33 Composting and T-34 Compost definitions. Proposed changes
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Working group: Ron Alexander*, Don Wolf, Jamie Staufenbeil, Doug Alderman, Glen Murray, Robert LaGasse, Falina Hutchinson, Michelle Schott Working Group Recommendation:
CURRENT - T-33 - Composting - The biological decomposition of organic matter. It is accomplished by
mixing and piling in such a way to promote aerobic and/or anaerobic decay. The process inhibits
pathogens, viable weed seeds, and odors. (Official 1997)
SUGGESTED - T-33 - Composting – is the controlled biological decomposition of biodegradable materials into a stabilized product. It is an aerobic manufacturing process characterized by a thermophilic phase, which significantly destroys pathogens and weed seeds, and a mesophilic phase, which stabilizes the carbon.
CURRENT - T-34 - Compost - A biologically stable material derived from the composting process.
(Official 1991)
SUGGESTED – T-34 - Compost - is the product manufactured through the controlled aerobic biological decomposition of organic material. The product has been treated by thermophilic temperatures, which significantly destroys pathogens and weed seeds, and stabilized to the point that it is beneficial to plant growth. Compost is typically used as a soil amendment, but can also contribute plant nutrients.
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S 13# Sulfur(S) - Free sulfur (S°) in its elemental form. Sulfur particles that are less than 100µ can oxidize over time and are a source of slow release sulfur. If slow release sulfur is claimed, only the portion that is less than 100µ would be considered slow release.
Working group: Falina Hutchinson, Bill Hall*, Sharron Webb, James Bartos, Toby Primbs, Tim Jestness [email protected] Working Group Recommendation:
6. New Business – Proposed Definitions (40 minutes) Chair. Available to move to tentative, table, or no action _____________________________________________________________________________ Iron HBED – Bill Easterwood, Yara North America, Inc. (Submitted 2/26/16) (Application on
AAPFCO Site) Iron HBED – is an iron (III) chelate of bis(2-hydroxybenzyl)ethylenediamine diacetic acid, and is commonly expressed as FeHBED.
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_____________________________________________________________________________ Polyhalite – Julia Ezgilov, ICL Fertilizers (Submitted 5-3-2016, Application on AAPFCO secure site)
Polyhalite – The naturally occurring mineral from sedimentary marine evaporates, which is a hydrated sulfate of potassium (K), calcium (Ca) and magnesium (Mg) having the formula K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4 2(H2O). Containing not less than thirteen percent (13%) soluble potash (K2O), three percent (3%) Magnesium (Mg), eleven percent (11%) Calcium (Ca) and eighteen percent (18%) Sulfur (S).
_____________________________________________________________________________ Bat Guano – OR Dept of Ag request for definition update. (Submitted 5/20/2016, Application on
AAPFCO site) N-11 Bat Guano – is partially decomposed bat manure. (Official 1951) Submitted change N-11 Bat Guano - is partially decomposed bat excrement. Bat guano has an organic matter content
greater than 40%, is a source of nitrogen, and may contain up to 6% available phosphate (P2O5).
_____________________________________________________________________________ Maleic – Itaconic Copolymer’s – Gary Orr, Verdesian Life Sciences (Submitted 6/2/2016, Application
on AAPFCO Secure Site)
Maleic – Itaconic Copolymer, Calcium Salt – A substance composed of a partial calcium salt of maleic –itaconic copolymer that be applied to granular urea fertilizers, or mixed with liquid ammoniacal nitrogen/urea fertilizers. Maleic – Itaconic Copolymer, Ammonium Salt – A substance composed of a partial ammonium salt of maleic – itaconic copolymer that can be mixed with liquid phosphate fertilizers. Maleic – Itaconic Copolymer, Sodium Salt – A substance composed of a partial sodium salt of maleic– itaconic copolymer that can be applied to granular phosphate fertilizers.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Calcium Glucoheptonate – Craig Robinson, Floratine Products Group (Submitted 6/7/2016,
Application on AAPFCO site)
Calcium Glucoheptonate – is a complex chelate of glucoheptinic acid and is commonly expressed as Ca Glucoheptonate
_____________________________________________________________________________ Magnesium and Calcium Amino Acid Complex – Kyle Ladenburger, ENP Investments (Submitted
6/9/2016, Application on AAPFCO site)
Magnesium Amino Acid Complex – is an organic complex of magnesium (II) with an amino acid product and is commonly expressed as the Mg amino acid salt, e.g., magnesium glycinate.
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Calcium Amino Acid Complex – is an organic complex of calcium (II) with an amino acid product and is commonly expressed as the Ca amino acid salt, e.g., calcium glycinate.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Magnesium Ammonium Phosphate Hexahydrate – Paul Tracy, Ostara Nutrient Recovery Technologies
(Submitted 6/27/2016, Application on AAPFCO site)
Magnesium Ammonium Phosphate Hexahydrate (struvite) - , chemical formulation - MgNH4PO4-6H2O is defined as a fertilizer containing a minimum of 5% nitrogen, 28% phosphate (P2O5) and 10% magnesium. It is registered under the CAS number 13478-16-5 and EINECS number 232-075-2 (SDS sheet is attached). It is listed as a slow-release fertilizer that is relatively insoluble in water, but fully soluble in citrate solution.
_____________________________________________________________________________ DMPSA – Nils Berger, Eurochem (Submitted 6/30/2016, Application on AAPFCO Secure Site)
DMPSA (Reaction mass of 2-(3,4-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-1-yl) succinic acid and 2-(4,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-1-yl) succinic acid), Nitrification Inhibitor to treat Ammonia containing fertilizer
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7. Next Steps - Assignments and Agenda Items for next meeting (5 minutes) Chair
Minutes WA 2016
Albuquerque, NM February 22, 2016 (1 – 4:30 pm)
CALL TO ORDER
1. Welcome, roll call of committee members and introduction of guests. (5 minutes)
Facilitator: Katie Laney 2. Agenda review and approval (5 minutes) Chair 3. Annual Meeting Report Review and Approval (5 minutes) Chair
4. AAPFCO Membership Voting Items at Winter Annual 2016, Terms and Definitions can act on these depending on the outcome of the Membership vote. Available to delete, stay tentative, official. (20 minutes) Chair
T-93 Soluble Silicon – is that portion of the silicon contained in non-liquid fertilizer
materials and/or beneficial compounds that is soluble in a mixture of 0.094 Molar Sodium Carbonate and 0.20 Molar Ammonium Nitrate and is a measure of monosilicic acid by a validated or approved method. It is expressed as H4SiO4 Revised by Silicon working group
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Soluble Silicon (Si) – is that portion of the silicon contained in non-liquid fertilizer materials and/or beneficial compounds that is soluble in a mixture of 0.094 Molar Sodium Carbonate and 0.20 Molar Ammonium Nitrate and determined by a validated or approved method. It is expressed as percent Soluble Silicon (Si).
T-70 Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer – Describes fertilizer products with characteristics that allow increased nutrient availability and reduce potential of nutrient losses to the environment e.g., gaseous losses, leaching or runoff when compared to an appropriate reference product.
T-71 Slow Release – Are fertilizer products that release (convert to a plant-available form)
their plant nutrients at a slower rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. Examples of slow-release products are coated or occluded, which control the release of soluble nutrients through coating or occlusion of the water soluble nutrient compounds, water insoluble, or slowly available water-soluble. Recommendation of the Slow Release Committee is to revise Slow Release to Slow Release Fertilizers and the change below and to add the term Controlled Release Fertilizers. Slow Release Fertilizers - are solid or liquid fertilizer products that release (convert to a plant available form) their nutrients at a slower rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. This may be accomplished by biodegradation and/or by limited solubility and/or by hydrolysis or other recognized chemical or biochemical means. Some examples include solid fertilizers such as: methylene urea (MU), Magnesium Potassium Phosphate and bio-solids, and liquid fertilizer such as Triazone. The product may provide longevity claims when compared to an appropriate reference material.. Controlled Release Fertilizers - are solid fertilizer products that release nutrients at
a controlled rate relative to a “reference soluble” product. The controlled rate of
nutrient release is achieved by modifying readily available nutrient forms with
recognized physical mechanisms such as coatings, occlusions or other similar means.
Some examples include Polymer coated N-P-K fertilizers, Polymer Coated Urea (PCU)
and occluded fertilizers. Product labels must include a longevity statement.
Bartos, Lanie BSC-1 Calcium Silicate – Is derived from naturally occurring minerals such as Wollastonite
or may be synthetically derived, having the principal formula of CaSiO3, and is a source of Calcium and Soluble Silicon.
Hunt, Young N-62 Feather Meal - Consisting of ground and processed bird feathers, a byproduct of
poultry processing.
Working Group Recommendation:
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Feather Meal - Ground and dried poultry feathers. Tent. Slater Lanie
Carried Hydrolyzed Feather Meal - The product resulting from the heating by steam under pressure of undecomposed feathers from slaughtered poultry. Tent Slater ,Young (Board recommends delete)
T-77 Low Phosphate Fertilizer – Means fertilizer products intended for new or established
urban turf or lawns, with available phosphate levels equal to or above 0.5% P2O5 and an application rate not to exceed 0.25 lb P2O5/1000 sq ft/application and 0.5 lb P2O5/1000 sq ft/year.
Official Lanie, Slater, Motion Carried
Calcium Polysaccharide – a complex formed by the reaction of calcium with polysaccharide long chain carbohydrates. Official WA16 Bartos, Lanie carried
Iron EDDHSA – Is an iron(III) chelate of ethylenediamine di-(2-hydroxyl-5-sulfophenylacetic) acid and is commonly expressed as FeEDDHSA. Official WA 16 Slater, Bartos carried
Discussion: Should separate Strong Chelates from Weak Chelates in the future.
UAN/Calcium Solutions – Manufactured as liquid mixtures of UAN solution and water soluble calcium solutions containing calcium chloride or calcium nitrate. If sufficient water soluble calcium is added to produce a calcium to urea nitrogen ratio equal to or greater than 0.2, the resulting product can be considered an enhanced efficiency fertilizer since the soluble calcium mitigates ammonia volatilization loss when compared to UAN, the enhanced efficiency reference product standard. Official WA16 Bartos, Lanie carried
BSC-7 Calcium Magnesium Silicates - are compounds derived from fused silicates, mined
materials, or synthetically manufactured materials contained in fertilizer, fertilizer materials, fertilizer blends, and/or beneficial compounds and are sources of calcium and magnesium when extracted with a validated method that includes hydrochloric acid. They may also be a source of Soluble Silicon. Official WA16 Slater, Bartos carried
N-47 Soybean Meal – Is the product remaining after extracting most of the oil from whole
soybeans. Delete WA16 Slater Lanie
5. Old Business ( hours) Chair Available to move to tentative, table, or no action
Managing required statements for labeling of naturally occurring nutritive metals derived from phosphate materials – (10 minutes)
Working Group: Ben Jones, Eddies Simmons, Don Wolf, Dale Woods, Frank Sikora, Vicky Childs, Michelle shot, Betty Joe Evans, Mary Provance-Bowley, John yzenas, Bill Hall, Bill Easterwood, Jack Peters, Sandy Simon, Kerry Cooner
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Working Group Recommendation:
_________________________________________________________________________________ Phosphorous acid and its potassium and calcium salts – Verdesian Life Sciences, Gary Orr
(New material located on the AAPFCO secure site)
Proposed Definition: Are phosphite fertilizer products that, when applied to soil, provide phosphate at a slower rate relative to phosphate based fertilizers. (20 minutes)
_________________________________________________________________________________ Maleic – itaconic copolymer and its salts – enhanced efficiency fertilizer products for use in
nitrogen or phosphorus management. (20 minutes) – Verdesian Life Sciences, Gary Orr (New material located on the AAPFCO secure site)
Proposed Definitions:
The partial Calcium Salt of Maleic-Itaconic Copolymer – A substance composed of a partial calcium salt of Maleic-Itaconic Copolymer that stabilizes soil nitrogen when applied on granular ammoniacal nitrogen fertilizers or mixed into liquid ammoniacal nitrogen fertilizers
The partial Ammonium Salt of Maleic-Itaconic Copolymer – A substance that, when applied to mixed with liquid phosphate fertilizers, reduces the fixation of phosphorus in fertilizers derived from treated fertilizers in soil.
The partial Sodium Salt of Maleic-Itaconic Copolymer – A substance that, when applied to liquid granular phosphate fertilizers, reduces the fixation of phosphorus in fertilizers in soil. Died for lack of motion in committee
________________________________________________________________________________ Biosolids (Aquaculture) – Florida Organic Aquaculture, Adam Hernandez (Secure Site)
Proposed Definition: A primary organic solid material produced by farming processes that can be beneficially recycled for its plant nutrient content and soil amending characteristics. Aquaculture By-product - A solid material, primarily organic matter, produced by cultivating aquatic animals and plants. It can be beneficially recycled for its plant nutrient content and soil amending characteristics. Below is the most up to date definition request: Aquaculture By-product - A solid material, primarily organic matter, produced by cultivating aquatic animals and plants. It can be beneficially recycled for its plant nutrient content and soil amending characteristics. Tentative WA16 Slater, Hunt carried
________________________________________________________________________________ N-(n-propyl) thiophosphoric triamide (NPPT) – BASF, George Fountas (Secure Site)
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Proposed Definition: Compound that is the normal propyl derivative of thiophosphoric triamides and is a urease inhibitor. CAS Number 916809-14-8. (20 minutes) Tentative WA16 Lanie, Kunneman carried
6. New Business – Proposed Definitions (40 minutes) Chair. Available to move to tentative, table, or no action
Potassium Sulphite – Michael Hojjatie, Tessenderlo Kerley (Submitted 10/20/15)
Proposed Definition: is a potash salt (K2SO3) containing not less than fifty-nine percent (59%) soluble K2O soluble potash (K2O) and twenty percent (20%) S sulfur (S). It is often sold as an aqueous solution containing twenty-three percent (23%) soluble potash (K2O), and eight percent (8%) sulfur (S). Tentative WA16 Lanie, Bartos, carried Label: http://tirmsdev.com/Tessenderlo-Kerley-Inc-K-ROW-23-
p44747#.ViUeBK2FMdU Methods of Analyses: AOAC Official Method 958.02 (STBP), potassium in fertilizers for measurement of K AOAC Official Method 980.02, Sulfur in Fertilizers, Gravimetric Method, for analyses of S. The product has a low salt index and has been recommended for in furrow use. It is safe to seedlings. This is a patented application.
_____________________________________________________________________________ Ron Alexander – Proposing changes to T-33 Composting and T-34 Compost definitions.
Proposed changes were given to control officials for review. Working group will need to be formed to review proposed changes, if needed. (Submitted 11/20/15)
_____________________________________________________________________________ Sulfur – Bill Hall (Application on AAPFCO Secure Site) (Submitted 12/22/15)
S 13# Sulfur (S) - Free sulfur (S°) in its elemental form. Sulfur particles that are less than 100µ can oxidize over time and are a source of slow release sulfur. If slow release sulfur is claimed, only the portion that is less than 100µ would be considered slow release.
___________________________________________________________________________ Gluconate – Lesley Lyle (ProPlus Products) application on AAPFCO Secure Site (Submitted 1/4/16)
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Calcium Gluconate – Is a calcium complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as
Ca gluconate. Tentative WA16 Magnesium Gluconate – is a magnesium complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly
expressed as Mg gluconate. Tentative WA16 Manganese Gluconate – is a manganese complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly
expressed as Mn gluconate. Tentative WA16 Iron Gluconate – is an iron complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Fe
gluconate. Tentative WA16 Zinc Gluconate – is a zinc complex of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as Zn
gluconate. Tentative WA16 Lanie Young carried Boron Gluconate – is a boron chelate of gluconic acid, and is commonly expressed as B
gluconate. ___________________________________________________________________________ GSSG – Masahiko Yamada, Kaneka Corporation (submitted 1/7/16) Proposed Nitrogen source
Oxidized glutathione (GSSG), is a dimer of a tripeptide reduced glutathione (GSH), consisting of glycine, cysteine, and glutamic acid
P-27 Tripotassium Phosphate
Is the tripotassium salt of phosphoric acid. Pure tripotassium phosphate contains thirty-three (33%) available phosphate and sixty-six percent (66%) soluble potash. The guaranteed percentages of available phosphate and soluble potash shall be stated as part of the brand name. (Official 2002) Cottonseed meal to tentative WA16 Slater, Lanie carried
To be combined in Oil Seed Meal Definitions suggested to delete in the future
7. Next Steps - Assignments and Agenda Items for next meeting (5 minutes) Chair
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Uniform Reports Committee
AAPFCO 2016 Summer Annual Meeting
Pittsburgh, PA
Friday, August 5, 2016
Time: 8:00 am
AGENDA
Purpose: To promote uniformity among states who register fertilizer commodities, issue fertilizer licenses
and report fertilizer tonnage sales by improving the ease of the registration and licensing process between
regulatory agencies and the fertilizer industry; ensuring the accuracy of the national fertilizer consumption
database that will provide a statistical report summarizing fertilizers consumed in the US; increasing the
ease of reporting for fertilizer dealers, manufacturers and licensees and serving as a liaison between dealer,
manufacturers and state regulatory offices in reporting fertilizer tonnage.
Welcome and Introductions
Approval of Agenda and Minutes
UFTRS & Commercial Fertilizers Report Update
Joe Slater, University of Missouri
USAPlants Presentation and Demonstration
Chris Abdelmalek, Computer Aid Inc.
Public Comment
Committee Member Comments and Issues
Next steps, Assignment and Agenda Items for Next Meeting
Adjourn
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Report
AAPFCO Uniform Reports Committee AAPFCO 2016 Winter Annual Meeting
April Hunt, Chair
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Monday, February 22, 2016
The Uniform Reports Committee met the morning of February 22, 2016 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Committee Members Present: McMurry, Davidson, Bartos, Hutchinson, Slater, Hunt
Industry Liaisons Present: Nevins, Johnson, Morgan, Price, Evans, Chinn, Simon, Serafin, Davis,
VanMeter,
The agenda and August 2015 minutes were approved (Slater/McMurry) by the committee.
Joe Slater provided an update on the Uniform Fertilizer Tonnage Reporting System (UFTRS). The 2012
Commercial Fertilizers Report is available and the 2013 data is done, the 2013 Commercial Fertilizers
Report will be printed and sent out soon. The 2014 report will follow within the year. Question about how
many states enter data directly into UFTRS. There are 20 states that do so. Many of the others send text
files in the specified UFTRS format. UFTRS is in Office 2010 and Windows 7.
Jon Nevins, Lion Software, gave a presentation on the history of UFTRS and the uDeal mobile app.
Originally UFTRS began 30 years ago when The Fertilizer Institute and AAPFCO approach the Tennessee
Valley Authority (TVA) to develop a national fertilizer manufacturing/distribution reporting and tracking
system. Jon explained that the challenge is that information technology and eBusiness have advanced
greatly in the past 30 years, but paperless reporting and UFTRS have not. Jon explained how the uDeal
system he developed is for industry use to report to states and can connect to the major enterprises like SQL
and Oracle. Jon is also making uDeal smartphone friendly. For more information, go to
www.LionSoftware.net or www.UFTRS.com
Pat Johnson and Wade Foster provided an update on the Paperless Fertilizer Tonnage Reporting (PFTR)
project. Brent Kemp, AgGateway is the new project lead. The goal is to move to paperless tonnage
reporting in a flexible format that will be consistent state to state. Six states (GA, MI, ND, SC, TN, NY)
are already accepting electronic reports. April gave a state perspective on the state involvement, the quirks
are pretty easy to spot and fix, an issue is there are not many companies submitting data in this manner.
AgGateway is working with its partners, like Phil Jones from Agrium, on developing an XML
transformation tool for the 20 states that exclusively use UFTRS. One of the current challenges is to get
more companies to participate in PFTR. Pat discussed that there is a new committee working on getting
more companies large, mid-size and small involved. For more information on PFTR, go to
www.fertton.com
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UNIFORM BILLS COMMITTEE
AGENDA
ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN OF PLANT FOOD CONTROL OFFICIALS
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Model Documents Group
All Agenda Items and times—Including Public Comment and Adjournment---Are Subject to Change
Meeting Objectives
Approve Regular Procedural Topics (Agenda, Minutes, Meeting Schedule, and Work Plan for the
Next Meeting)
Provide updates on existing projects and working groups
Consider Committee Member/Liaison Comments and Issues:
Consider Public Comment
Identify Needed Next Steps, Assignments, and Agenda Items for Next Meeting
Meeting Agenda Welcome and Introductions …………………………………………………………..….….....2
Review and Approval of the Agenda ………………………………………………………..…5
Review and Approval of the Minutes from Albuquerque, NM…...……...…..….…….……….5
Old Business:
State-by-State Regulation Inconsistencies Working Group Update
New Business:
Silicon Labeling
Soil Amendment Labeling
GHS conflicting signal words
Public Comment………………………………………….................................................5
Next Steps, Assignments and Agenda Items for Next Meeting ………………………....5
Adjourn
Contact Information
Katie Laney, Chair
New Mexico Department of Agriculture
MSC 3150
New Mexico State University
PO Box 30005
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8005
Phone Number: (575)646-7906
Email: [email protected]
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Contact Information
Katie Laney, Chair
New Mexico Department of Agriculture
MSC 3150
New Mexico State University
PO Box 30005
Las Cruces, NM 88003-8005
Phone Number: (575)646-7906
Email: [email protected]
Report Uniform Bills AAPFCO 2016 Winter Annual Meeting Report
Albuquerque New Mexico Winter Annual Meeting 2016
Facilitator: Katie Laney
Members Present:
Control Officials: 9
Industry Liaisons: 10
Guest: 57
Meeting Minutes Review and Approval
Approved, passed by committee
Committee Actions:
Committee voted to move SUIP 33 to official.
Globally Harmonized System Labeling: Products which must meet the Globally Harmonized
System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS) requirements in accordance with the
Occupational Safety & Health Administration’s (OSHA) Hazard Communication Standards, may
include the information required by OSHA on the fertilizer label. Such statements and labeling are
recognized as valid label text and will not be considered in violation of the State fertilizer laws.
Committee voted to accept the recommended changes proposed by the working group as tentative.
Definition for labeling: "Means any advertising or promotion of any fertilizer, including, but not
limited to, all written, printed, graphic, or electronic communication." The group recommends the
same definition be used for any uniform bill which has been adopted and in which the term
“Labeling” is defined, except that the appropriate word or term be substituted for the word
“fertilizer” in the above definition, e.g. in the Soil Amendment act the term “soil amendment” be
substituted for the word “fertilizer.” Pg. 35, 99, 103, 117 (pages reference OP 68).
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Old Business
State-by-State Regulation Inconsistencies
- Discussion by committee:
- Discussed the excel survey created by the working group. The survey has not yet been distributed. It recently went through a testing phase. Working group hope to send survey
before the Pittsburg Meeting
- Discussed a survey regarding sulfur in the grade statement. Examined several different variation which have appeared on labeling. Infor regarding the survey are available on
the AAPFCO website.
o Working group members: Ron Alexander, Vicky Childs, Robert LaGasse, Tonya
Ritsch, Pat Johnson, Katie Laney, David Smith, Amy Basel, Lance Kunneman,
Nick Young, Steven Harley and Eddie Simon
Committee Member/Liaison Comments and Issues:
Chinese Zinc Sulfate presentation given by Mr. Dick Camp.
- For more information please see the PowerPoint presentation under laboratory Services (presentation given in both committees) on the AAPFCO webpage.
Create SUIP or policy for reference material request based off of the statements from page 493. Went to a
working group for further work
- Could be placed under registration requirements in the model document page 38. Would like for it to include soil amendments
o Working group: April Hunt, Stephen McMurray and Katie Laney
Discussion from Ron Alexander regarding the word mineral. Currently it is not defined is it a problem?
- In CA if minerals are claimed there must be a guaranteed analysis
- The term mineral is misleading there are numerous minerals that are not beneficial or used by the plant.
- No we should not define it minerals
- No further action requested by committed
Meeting Adjourn: By general consent.
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Slow Release Fertilizer Committee
AGENDA
Slow Release Committee August 5, 2016
8:00- 9:30 Pittsburgh, PA
All Agenda Times—Including Public Comment and Adjournment—Are Subject to Change
Meeting Objectives
Approve Regular Procedural Topics (Agenda, Report, Meeting Schedule, and Work Plan)
Provide Updates on Existing Programs, Initiatives and Studies.
Consider Public Comment
Consider Committee Member Comments and Issues
Identify Needed Next Steps, Assignments, and Agenda Items For Next Meeting
Meeting Agenda Discussion Leader Min.
Welcome, Introductions, Agenda Review and Approval James Bartos 5
Approval of Last Meetings Minutes/Report James 5
Old business
Update/Status on Soil and Accelerated Lab Methods Bill Hall 5
International/ISO TC-134 Updates on SR/CR/EEF Bill/Hugh 5 Rodrigues
Where do things stand with T-70 James 10
Current:
T-70 Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer – Describes fertilizer products with characteristics that allow increased [plant uptake] nutrient availability and reduce potential of nutrient losses to the environment [e.g. gaseous losses, leaching or runoff] when compared to an appropriate reference product. (Official 2009) (Tentative 2014)
New Business
Survey State Control Officials James 15
Longevity Statements – any uniformity requirements? James/Group 15
Educational Efforts? Group 10
Application, handling, blending, etc.
Approaches
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Other possible topics Group 5
Other topics of interest?
Public Comment/Input/Issues Guests 5
Committee Member’s Comments and Issues Members 5
Next Steps, Assignments & Agenda Items for Next Meeting James/Group 5
Adjourn
Contact Information: James Bartos, Chair (interim); [email protected] ; 765-494-1560
Committee Members:
Control Officials James Bartos (acting chair), Eric Delzer, Paul Eggeman, Kris Gulliver, Patty Lucas, Yong Pu, Bobby Sanchez, Eddie Simons, Robert Waltz, Sharon Webb
Industry Liaison Deb Allen, Bob Ames, Beth Anderson, Alan Blaylock, Fred Carney, Tom Fairwether, Wade Foster, Greg Haberkost, Bill Hall, Jon Hartshorn, Dave Heegard, Michael Hojjatie, Jim Jenkins, Michelle Le Heiget, Galen Mooso, Michelle Schott, Douglas Sell, Sandy Simon, Jim Skillen, Jamie Staufenbeil, Nancy Thiex, Dion Tsourides, Lucia Villaviencio, Chris Wible
Advisors Dr. James Robbins, University of Arkansas Extension Service Dr. Jerry Sartain, University of Florida, Soil and Water Science Department
Dr. Max Schlossberg , Penn State University, Turfgrass Research
REPORT
Association of American Plant Food Control Officials
Slow Release Fertilizer Committee
DRAFT AAPFCO Slow Release Committee Minutes
February 23, 2016 - Albuquerque, NM
The meeting was called to order at 8:00 am by James Bartos, Chair. Sharon Webb made a motion to
approve the agenda and Ametra Berry seconded. Agenda was approved. It was stated that there would be
two sets of minutes to approve at the next meeting (last meeting and current).
Update/Comments regarding SR and CR terms - James
James gave an overview on the slow and controlled release terms from yesterday’s Terms and Definitions
committee meeting. The committee approved the terms without mention of longevity statements. It was
noted that all liquids are slow release. Regarding longevity details, the group will talk about what
regulatory officials are looking for. Jim Skillen asked the following question; with slow release/controlled
release tentative, what is the plan for T29? James said that this group will make a recommendation,
especially with terms going to official. T29 has both SR/CR in same term. This has some advantage for
products with both, but we also need to avoid any duplication or confusion with terms.
Hugh Rodrigues, US delegate to ISO stated that they meet twice a year. There are a lot of products out of
China and they are trying to define what they are. If there are efforts to globally harmonize, we need to
know what they are. Hugh said for slow release fertilizers, there is an ISO overview – New International
Standard. There is a lot of work going on internationally regarding controlled release; including
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ISO/DIS8157 vocabulary and slow release 2.1.11. A stated release time is 80%. Chart 15% (24 hours);
cumulative 75 in 28 days; must be >80%. 15% quick release in 24 hours to 85% slow release.
There are two ISO standards in question. 2.1.12 Fertilizer in which nutrient release is controlled. There are
other terms too (partly slow release fertilizer, partly controlled release, coated, SR or CR mixed with
readily available, etc.) and 2.1.17 Enhanced Efficiency reference. There is a specific standard for sulfur
coated urea. It does not include polymer coated. If we need one, we need to write one.
Marty Camfield with Azomite asked a clarification question, if 2% nutrient with slow release
characteristics based on low solubility, does it fall within definition or must it be NPK? Hugh said that at
this time, it refers to NPK primary; there may be some coming for secondary nutrients. Most times they
are of small quantities. When chelates used, claiming slow release is not big item. Hugh stated that sulfur
coated only refers to wax holding onto it, not polymers. Referenced Table 1 for requirements of SCU.
Nutrient Star Rating/Certification (Environmental Defense Fund)
Wade Foster gave a presentation on the Nutrient Star Rating/Certification (Environmental Defense Fund -
EDF). It is an independent and objective evaluation, education and certification program for nutrient use
efficiency. Farmers need to optimize nutrient inputs. Due to water quality challenges and supply chain,
look at reducing greenhouse emissions. Benchmark practices around nutrient use to increase uptake and
minimize runoff, nutrient loss, etc. were included.
Goals are to understand which tools/technologies (injection system) improve nutrient use efficiency (NUE).
The nutrient star review panel is involved in the scientific framework. EDF is driving the train of this
process. Submission involves coordinating and documenting. Show 10% increase in nutrient use
efficiency in 70% of trials in 2 years. Calculate NUE achieved.
Nutrient Star Certification Criteria-At least a 10% increase in N use efficiency. In 70% of a minimum of
10 strip trials annually (20 total) over 2 years. Bill Hall asked, increase over what? Wade said, baseline.
How: control is historic (existing)
For additional information, contact Karen Chapman, EDF [email protected] or reach out to Wade.
Galen Morse asked, if someone gets a nutrient star designation, what will it mean? Wade said, the
company may use it as a marketing tool/press release. Bill Hall asked, did anyone bring up AAPFCO (what
they do/are)? Wade said they were encouraged to work with AAPFCO.
Update/Status on Soil and Accelerated Lab Methods – Bill Hall
Bill Hall gave an update on the status on the soil and accelerated lab methods of analysis. If anyone is
interested in participating in the validation of method, they are to sign the sheet and let Bill know. The
International Fertilizer Industry Association (IFA) has reviewed.
Ambient soil methodology apparatus – sand/soil purpose to create active microbial soil environment. The
method works great; however, the drawbacks are small sample size, therefore several replicates are needed.
The timeline at ambient takes a long time and is not realistic for regulators. So, they developed the
accelerated method by accelerating the temperature. Time and temp (74 hrs @ 25-60 degrees with
extension option) in weak citric acid solution determines what is released.
Then the data is plotted (cumulative % released vs. hours of extraction) and a statistical correlation is
performed. This data is compared with known release rate curves.
Last week the method was approved by the review board and was assigned number 2015.15. The next step
is for the collaborative study for which at least 10 labs are needed.
Concerns/Recommendations Regarding Enhanced Efficiency (EE) term; Slow Release Policy and
Stabilized Fertilizers – James/Group
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James said that there is a lot of activity going on in this area and others in the world are doing a lot. The
role of AAPFCO in enhanced efficiency was discussed. There is pressure from the outside on what does
AAPFCO say. James will be sending out a survey to control officials. The 15% rule was discussed; what
does it mean if 85% can be fast release. This may affect products.
Questions on EE included: Terms-questions raised on how do new terms affect EE definition; tentative T-
70.
Suggested changes-
T70 – Enhanced Efficiency Fertilizer (EEF) - under normal growing conditions in which the product would
be used, Enhanced Efficiency describes fertilizer products with characteristics that allow increased nutrient
availability and/or plant uptake and reduce potential of nutrient losses to the environment [e.g. gaseous
losses, leaching or runoff] when compared to an appropriate reference product (Tentative 2016)
KY is looking at definition. EE is general umbrella for other two – EE is a goal to achieve. We are trying
to achieve nutrient efficiency. Steve Bohan asked a question regarding understanding if it includes SR/CR,
reactive (triazone) and nitrification inhibitors.
To the questions of increased available that may not result in plant uptake, if this occurs it would be an
over-fertilization issue – generally not a problem with fertilizer costs and this is improved with EE
fertilizer, so don’t see this as a need for concern.
James-NRCS wants us to define what is and is not EE – define which products qualify. Bill said he was
involved from the beginning with the SR taskforce. The intent was an umbrella term for any product that
exhibits EE; took 12 years to get policy statement.
Discussion: AAPFCO regulates fertilizer – not plant uptake, availability, anything post application of
fertilizer to soil; keep that in mind. For regulatory activity, you can’t determine availability by plant uptake
in regulatory setting. In a way, it’s like APA – designed to establish amount of P to be taken up at 65%.
You can only regulate what you can sample and control. What happens if plant cannot take it up? Keep in
mind, defining EEF not EE. Variables can’t be controlled as predicted but methods can be. Doesn’t mean
you can’t put environmental conditions (hot/wet) considerations on label but need agronomic data to
support. SR-not even a need to put a longevity statement at all. Original taskforce – products would not
have to change; may have to add but not change. Not a good idea to put variables in environment in
definition as it would make it impossible to regulate/control. Is definition broad enough to cover new
technology? Don’t know. Intent was EEF is umbrella.
James asked Bill, why did T-70 get kicked back to SR? What was not liked? Sharon suggested including
this in the poll. Bill said, what are normal growing conditions? It is beyond purview of regulators to
determine plant uptake. Michael Hojjatie asked how this compares with the ISO definition. Hugh said the
ISO 8157 definition 2.1.17 EE ref product (ISO only has EE ref prod). They look around and could take
US or EU definition. They may take ours if we have one. There is still confusion on what we need to do
with definition. Sandy Simon –someone on committee made comment that nutrient uptake was needed to
validate/availability. Ben does see need for the additions for temp. James-regulators, what is recognized.
Bill – getting one of the terms under umbrella would require agronomic data to qualify. Take agronomic
data to control official to present.
How you qualify is replicated studies vs. defining product (not conditions used). Experts for SR, CR,
stabilized are in this room; need to have a joint meeting to hash this out; 1 hr. special session? As an
organization, this is inefficient to do it separately, goes back to need to do something.
Sandy Simon – if control officials feel comfortable, make recommendation to Terms and Definitions – if
challenged, then meet together. Consistent – no changes needed. Make a motion that SR committee has
reviewed and is comfortable with previous definition.
Michael – TFI site – definition (read definition)
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Steve Bohan (KOCH As and Energy Solutions LLC) prefers AAPFCO; but nothing against TFI definition.
Solomon made a motion to move that definition that has been in tentative? Sharon – goes back to Solomon
(good with moving)
*Sharon Webb made a motion to advance current definition without changes which was seconded by Paul
Eggeman; Motion carried by unanimous vote.
James said that the last thing to discuss is to figure out what we will do next.
Cheryl Prinster asked a question regarding the # EEF footnote. For the CR definition yesterday, should the
symbol have been included (when are they added?). Response - Joe does those for specifics (2 new terms
would get symbols).
James asked if there is a distinction for SR/CR. Bill said you need to think about this for a distinction. Has
slow or controlled release product, add epsilon symbol for term.
James will do a survey of control officials. Need to work on SUIP – making no distinctions. 2 SUIP
(longevity statements and distinctions between SR and CR – not suggesting one is better than the other)
Jim Skillen said control officials could do electronic vote.
SUIP and perhaps rule 3? (James will wait for survey first)
Ben Jones – SUIP are to further clarify uniform bill and regulations. At some point, we may need to
address regulation.
Cheryl Prinster asked, is the poll just for SR committee? No, all state regulators. Survey Monkey may be
used. The working group should develop. Based upon answers; guidance on how to move forward.
A motion to adjourn was made by Sharon Webb and seconded by Paul Eggeman. Motion carried.
Meeting adjourned at 10:15 am.
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ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
AGENDA
ENVIRONMENTAL AFFAIRS COMMITTEE AGENDA
Vacant, Chair
April Hunt, Vice Chair & Nick Young, Vice Chair
AAPFCO Summer Annual Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA
August 5, 2016
Approx. 10:30 am (after Uniform Bills)
NUTRIENT MANAGEMENT
Purpose: To inform the AAPFCO membership about state and national legislation on nutrient management and to
draft and update a model bill and rules that will guide agencies in developing nutrient management legislation.
BY PRODUCTS AND RECYCLED MATERIALS
Purpose: Maintain membership awareness of by-products and recycled materials proposed for use as fertilizers, soil
amendments, or conditioners and the environmental concerns associated with them. Develop and recommend
guidelines that address the major concerns about by-products and recycled materials proposed for use.
Welcome and Introductions
Approval of Agenda and Minutes
AAPFCO Policy Update
AAPFCO Environmental Policy (update to existing policy)
Committee and BOD moved to Official - February 2016
Membership vote – August 2016
Urban Landscape Policy (new policy)
Committee and BOD moved to Official - February 2016
Membership vote – August 2016
Phosphorus Restrictions Working Group Update
SUIP regarding Fertilizer Restrictions for Urban Landscapes 7-11-16 Draft
Discussion and Possible Committee Vote
Draft Recommendations/Background Document for OP Appendix
Phosphorus Presentation – Speaker TBD
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) 590 implementation roundtable discussion
Have state officials been asked about what Enhanced Efficiency (EE) products qualify?
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Are there any products not defined by AAPFCO that are being requested to be included as
an approved EE input to qualify for government support under the 590 guidance at the state
level?
Committee Member Comments and Issues
Next steps, Assignments and Agenda Items for Next Meeting
Environmental Affairs Minutes
Statement of Uniform Interpretation of Policy
regarding
Fertilizer Restrictions for Urban Landscapes Draft: July 11, 2016
XX. Fertilizer Restrictions for Urban Landscapes – If a state finds that fertilizers from urban landscapes are
contributing to water quality impairments, then restricting fertilizer use may be appropriate. When
establishing fertilizer restrictions for urban landscapes, the following form is suggested.
(1) This law applies to “urban turf or lawns”, which means non-agricultural land planted in closely
mowed, managed grasses except golf courses, parks and athletic fields (AAPFCO Official Term
T-74).
(2) A person may not apply fertilizer:
(a) when the ground is frozen,
(b) to an impervious surface,
(c) during rain or when rain is imminent, or
(d) within “x” feet of surface water.
(3) A person may apply fertilizer that is labeled as containing phosphate to urban turf or lawns only
for the following uses:
(a) establishing grass in its first growing season;
(b) repairing damaged grass or over-seeding; or
(c) the soil is deficient in plant available phosphate, as shown by a soil test performed no
more than “x” years before the application.
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(4) Retail display of an urban turf or lawn fertilizer that contains phosphate is prohibited unless the
fertilizer includes labeling for one of the following:
(a) a use identified in sec. 3(a) to (c); or
(b) a use other than urban turf or lawns.
(5) This law does not require local governments to monitor compliance, verify soil tests, take
enforcement action, or otherwise participate in the administration or enforcement of this law.
(6) Any fertilizer requirements adopted by a local government shall be consistent with the
requirements of secs. (1) to (4).
Based upon local conditions, states must determine:
(a) the appropriate buffer between fertilizer applications and surface water,
(b) the period for when soil test results remain valid,
(c) any appropriate nutrient application limits per application or per year, and
(d) whether to support recycling programs for biosolids, compost, or manure-based products by excluding
them from the restrictions. OR
(d) Whether to support recycling goals by exempting recycled products where phosphorus cannot be
avoided. Examples of these products are biosolids and natural organic fertilizers made from animal
manures or plant materials.
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Magruder Check Sample
Agenda
Approximately 10:15-12:00, August 5, 2016 - Room Marquis B-C
Pittsburgh, PA
All Agenda Times—Including Public Comment and Adjournment—Are Subject to Change
Meeting Objectives
Approve Regular Procedural Topics (Agenda, Report, Meeting Schedule, and Work Plan)
Provide Updates on Existing Programs, Initiatives and Studies
Consider Public Comment
Consider Committee Member Comments and Issues
Identify Needed Next Steps, Assignments, and Agenda Items For Next Meeting
Agenda Topic Discussion Leader
Welcome, Introductions, Agenda Review and Approval Bill
Presentation and Approval of Last Meetings Minutes Patty
Presentation and Approval of Treasurer’s Report Jamey
Old Business
Lab Database Unification, Website Revisions & Sample Shipment Timing Frank
Statistics, Reporting Units, Using Reports Andy & Frank
Using historical Data to Verify Samples with Acceptable Non-Homogeneity Andy
Cost Estimates Going Forward Frank & Jamey
Review Sample Supply Schedule 2016-17 Bill & Patty
Possible addition of High Elemental S and Ca/Mg/SO4 Samples
Sample Preparation Review Bill & Bob
Summary & Comments Regarding Past Data (160511 & 105012…) Bill & Andy
Special Samples Discussion
Unground Sample For Sample Prep & SR/CR Testing Bill
Potential Value Added Program Modifications Bill
Marketing & Expansion Of Program – Expertise & Opportunities TBD
Can/Should We Market Magruder Samples As Certified Reference Materials? Bill & Andy
Sample Retention Plan, Sales and Quantity to Produce Bill
Sampling/Blending Study, Segregation and Sample Preparation Discussion Bill
Newsletter Update Sharon
Report on Methods Forum, IFA, ISO, ANSI & AOAC Initiatives Bill
New Business
Methods Forum Proposal from Forum BOD Bill
Nominating Committee Keith
Public Comment/Input/Issues/New Topics Guests
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Committee Member’s Comments and Issues Members
Next Steps, Assignments & Agenda Items for Next Meeting Bill/Group
Adjourn
Draft Magruder Committee Meeting Minutes Association of American Plant Food Control Officials Meeting
February 23, 2016 Albuquerque, NM 2 PM-5 PM
Welcome, Introductions, Agenda Review and Approval-Bill
Bill Hall, Chairman, called the meeting to order. Twelve committee members were present. Industry had
16 representatives with the control officials having 12 representatives. Total attendance was 31. The
agenda was reviewed and no additions were made. Sharon Webb made the motion to approve the agenda
and Keith Wegner seconded – motion passed.
Presentation and Approval of Last Meetings Minutes
The previous minutes from August 2015 were reviewed. The original minutes had to be recreated due to a
computer malfunction. One correction was requested which was to add Bob Coelho’s last name to the
minutes. Sharon Webb made a motion to approve the minutes and Barbara James seconded – motion
passed.
Presentation and Approval of Treasurer’s Report
Jamey gave the treasurer’s report (see report dated 2/14/2016). Total equity is $82,084.40 through
1/31/2016. Jamey said we spent $16,000 more than we brought in; this was because the invoices were late
getting out due to the loss of 2 of the 3 assistants in the office. They have not been able to process all the
credit cards yet but the checks have been processed. We are in the black, not the red and everything should
be complete within the next 30-60 days. Jamey stated that if you haven’t received an invoice, to go to the
website and fill one out to turn in. This is especially a problem with overseas labs. Sharon asked if Jamey
can update the financials and send them out when they are completed. Bill indicated that we did raise the
cost and that should put us in a better position. We have approximately 120 labs. James asked if there were
any additional large transition/set up expenses expected. Jamey said that there weren’t; they have all been
put in. Andy asked about the free labs and whether they stayed in the program after they ceased to be free.
Jamey indicated that 50% decided to join. Frank Sikora said that if 0%, then it would be a problem;
however, if 50%, we should keep doing it. Jamey stated that it was a small number, 3-5 labs. Keith said it
was a good investment in the program. A motion was made by Keith Wegner to accept the Treasurer’s
report with a second by Brian White. The motion passed and the Treasurer’s report was approved.
Old Business
Transition Team-Final Report – Frank/Transition Team
Lab Database Unification, Method Code Revisions, Website Revision Statistics, Reporting Units, Using
Reports-
Cost Estimates Going Forward
Potential Value Added Program Modifications
Marketing & Expansion of the Program-Expertise on Committee?
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Bill Hall provided an overview of the transition. Frank Sikora, the leader of the transition team, provided
an update presentation on the team’s work (see presentation). From the summer 2015 future goals, two
were added: the sample label modifications and the data availability/Excel file for control charts. The
group discussed the centralization of the user database (one Excel file on shared server) and the earlier
shipment of samples. The goal is to ship the sample by the 1st of the previous month to be reported by the
14th
of the next month. For example, ship April sample by March 1 which would be due April 14. Bob at
Able Labs indicated they can accommodate this. Michael suggested putting reminders on volunteer
supplier’s calendars (Outlook). We would need to get contact emails to do this.
Developing marketing was also discussed. Frank has information on how to improve data submission for
current labs. Currently, 80-90 labs report out of 120 labs. The plan would be to look at samples that had
more reporting and also the number of labs participating from Andy’s presentation. Sharon asked if the
number of analytes came into play. Andy only counts yes/no if at least one analyte is reported. A few labs
are doing 15-20 analytes.
Several outreach possibilities were discussed including asking why some labs only submitted infrequently.
The group discussed calling labs, perhaps regulatory to regulatory to explain usefulness. Sharon indicated
this may be best coming from the chair/co-chair due to anonymity. Barbara asked if a letter would be less
offensive. Rhonda presented the option of a general letter with numbers of labs not participating and
asking for feedback. Should the letter only be sent to some labs? Andy suggested going the other way-
explaining the benefit of doing samples/submitting results
Sample label modifications were also discussed. Andy pointed out that Molybdenum is to be ppm;
however, we put it on labels as %. A disclaimer statement may be added to address unit reporting; such as
“Check sample - analytical purposes only not labeling”, etc.
Codes for Sulfur were discussed. Rhonda’s method codes specify form of sulfur being tested. Method
codes could be added to label – Free S with 143.xx; Combined S with 145.xx. Sharon said it may help to
highlight this. Frank said this really helped.
The Quick Reference Guide for Report Interpretation was reviewed. This is an all in one Excel file and
downloads are on webpage at bottom. These are cumulative so you can filter (see website). Frank showed
how to filter out data. Audience asked if data is locked and can it be changed. Original data cannot be. The
control chart template was demoed. Marty Campfield of Azomite Minerals asked if Magruder could be
expanded to include Si; the group discussed.
Sample Supply Schedule 2016-2017
Special Samples Discussion-
Soluble Sample with Instructions
Unground Sample for Sample Prep and Controlled Release Testing
Providing Samples – Timing, SDS, Label and Shipping Issues for Sample Providers
International Opt In/Opt Out of Sample Shipments
Using Data to Verify Samples with Acceptable Non-Homogeneity
Can/Should We Market Magruder Samples as Certified Reference Materials?
-Sample Retention Plan and Quantity to Produce
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The sample/supply schedule for 2016/2017 was discussed and samples were identified. The information
discussed will be compiled into the spreadsheet and sent out by Bill.
The topic of supplying samples was discussed. Sharon asked if there is a generic SDS to use for donated
Magruder samples. Bill said he has made one but hasn’t run it by legal yet. We should strive to get one for
each product. An SDS is needed as these samples are going international.
We have received some customer feedback on the new program. A “Congratulations on the New Program”
posting to the group was received.
Andy Crawford discussed data verifying samples with acceptable non-homogeneity (sample homogeneity
testing). What is acceptable? He presented “The Remarkable Case of Nitrogen Combustion” with a z-cut;
if 3.0% RSD, then assume it’s ok for purposes. Discussed having some sort of alert that a sample may not
be homogeneous. Sharon provided the details surrounding the 15-0-8 example and that it was unground.
Andy was interested to hear this. Andy is using nitrogen as an indicator. Rhonda is more likely to see the
difference in Potassium. James asked about next year’s line-up with not as many nitrogen guarantees.
Looking at precise within lab and close between labs.
Questions for Andy included: Do you discuss what is considered an outlier? Answer- doing robust
statistics to squeeze out outliers and knock out extremes (Mandel/Cochran). Also using ways to take out
outliers – robust looks for the center. The change made in 2015 came to this approach. KY asked – if you
detect non-homogeneity, is any sample withdrawn? Andy indicated that for corrective action, to take that
one out . They had these in feed and chose not to report. If a big shift, don’t use. Also, could issue a
statement about lack of homogeneity. Vicki used to do “Chair Comments” on website.
Sampling/Blending Study, Segregation and Sample Preparation Discussion
Report on Methods Forum, Lab Video, IFA, ISO, ANSI & AOAC Initiatives
New Business
Newsletter Update
Topics – Sharon has one but needs 3 articles. To branch out, may use a Doodle poll. One topic is an
update to Magruder about methods work; where we started, where we are at now and next steps. There was
a suggestion to provide an update on James’s method. Frank suggested a letter from chairman describing
importance of data, submitting and getting numbers up. Also discussed was to identify or provide a tip of
what is available such as Excel sheets/control charts. One could be highlighted in each newsletter.
Nominating Committee
Currently have 3 retirements. Keith presented the following slate of nominees to be advanced (balance of
state and industry) - Lise-Anne Prescott – Canada; Dennis Sebastian – Thornton labs; Frank Sikora –
Kentucky
Roster includes 4 classes of folks. Vacancy (Industry) – looking for marketing expertise, Keith made a
motion to accept the slate of nominees to be advanced and Sharon seconded; motion passed.
Public Comment/Input/Issues - Guests
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No additional comments
Committee Member’s Comments and Issues – Members
Materials/Magruder Part B
Brian White – Proposed a survey to customers – regarding raw materials only. Survey – Would you be
more interested in a program with a couple samples? How many do you need to do/year? For example, 2
nitrogen, etc. or 2 per quarter with different parameters or 4 products? This would be a separate program.
Would they pay more? There would be no free year for this program. Don’t want to dilute program so
would have to require the regular program too. Keith said that quarterly would help with accreditation.
Bill asked Andy if he would do z-cut. A working group was formed on this topic which included: Brian
White (chair), Sharon Webb, Barbara James, Tim Fau, Bill Hall and Frank Sikora
Next Steps, Assignments and Agenda Items for Next Meeting – Bill/Group
Sharon Webb made a motion to adjourn it was seconded by Keith and approved. Meeting adjourned at 5
pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Patty Lucas
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Lab Services Committee
AGENDA
1:30 pm-3:45 pm; Friday August 5, 2016 Pittsburgh, PA
All Agenda Times—Including Public Comment and Adjournment—Are Subject to Change
Meeting Objectives
Approve Regular Procedural Topics (Agenda, Report, Meeting Schedule, and Workplan)
Provide updates on existing method validation studies and plan future studies.
Evaluate laboratory and method performance data and investigational allowances.
Propose educational and sample reference materials.
Consider Public Comment
Consider Committee Member Comments and Issues
Identify Needed Next Steps, Assignments, and Agenda Items For Next Meeting
Meeting Agenda
1:30 pm Welcome, Introductions, Agenda Review Sharon Webb, UK
1:35 pm Approval of Last Meeting Minutes Group
1:45 pm Challenges of Analyzing Fertilizers Containing High Organic Matter
Sanford Siegel, Anuvia
Nutrients
2:05 pm TC 134 and AOAC Update Activities Hugh Rodriguez, Thornton
Labs; Bill Hall, Mosaic 2:15 pm Future of the Methods Forum Bill Hall, Mosaic
2:35 pm Collection of Information on Sample Preparation & Survey Questions
Sharon Webb, UK
2:55 pm ICP-OES Video(s) & other Educational Efforts James Bartos, Indiana
3:10 pm Proposed Method for Salt-out Temperature Michael Hojjatie,
Tessenderlo Kerley
3:25 pm
Other topics as time permits, as time allows: o Microbiological testing o Challenging Methods o Homogeniety Guidelines/Protocol o New or suggested topics for future
meetings
Group
3:45 pm Adjourn Motion
Contact Information: Sharon Webb, Vice-Chair [email protected]
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859-218-2451
Future Meeting Dates: Winter Annual 2017 –New Orleans, LA (?)
Committee Members: Control Officials James Bartos, Chair Ametra Berry Paul Eggeman Patty Lucas Teresa Grant Dough Marsh Sharon Webb, Vice-Chair Keith Wegner Industry Liaison Dave Benefiled William Hall, Jr. Michael Hojjatie Barbara James John Peterson Hugh Rodrigues Sanford Siegel Dion Tsourides
DRAFT
Laboratory Services Committee Meeting Minutes
AAPFCO Winter Annual Meeting 2015, Jacksonville, FL Laboratory Services Committee Meeting Minutes
AAPFCO Winter Annual Meeting 2016, Albuquerque, NM 1. The Laboratory Services Committee (LSC) was called to order on Tues Feb 23
rd at 10:15 am. Sharon Webb
(KY) presided over the committee meeting. There were 37 attendees with 13 regulatory and 24 industry
representatives present.
2. A motion to accept the proposed agenda was made by James Bartos (IN) and seconded by Keith Wegner (CO).
The motioned was approved.
3. A motion to accept the 2015 summer annual minutes was made by James Bartos (IN) and seconded by Ametra
Berry (GA). The motioned was approved.
4. Dion Tsourides (Spectro/Ametek) gave a presentation, which will be included in the next OP, on a separation
chromatography column for Cr6+
(hexavalent) differentiation from Cr3+
(trivalent). For ICP-OES, the detection
limit will be somewhere around 1 to 1.5 ppb. If attached to ICP-MS, the detection limit is in the ppt range. The
unit is available from ESI Scientific and uses a separation column. Some ICP software comes with a
chromatography option; otherwise this will have to be conducted in a manual fashion. Also, this configuration
basically converts an ICP-OES or MS to a single element technique as the configuration is tailored to just one
analyte/species (i.e. Cr6+
). Once a lab has the equipment and familiarity, the implementation/conversion will
take about 5 minutes. Bill Hall indicated there is not much known about the Cr6+
level in fertilizer, only some
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known about levels in water and that is also limited. James asked if standards were available for just Cr6+
and if
they were stable (answer – yes available and quite stable with expiration date). James also asked if the ICP was
set up in a nearly constant exposure mode to capture and quantify data (answer: if ICP did not have this feature
built into software, then may have to take continuous exposures to tell where/when data was produced and also
so it could be quantified.
5. Wade Foster (TFI) talked briefly about planned fertilizer/method videos. As far as the sample prep video,
things are in a bit of a holding pattern until specifics on the developing Goodsamples from the Feed group and
working group were developed. Things could proceed with the ICP video if time allowed and a final script was
available. James indicated there is a partial script and some supporting information ready. Dion offered to
review the ICP script and provide some support. Bill Hall asked if there were any other topics for videos?
James suggested secondaries and micros by ICP are a source of some variability. Dick Camp agreed with the
variability in Zinc data. Sharon suggested videos on micro-organisms testing would be another area to consider.
6. Jacob Mazo with Verdesian Life Sciences gave a presentation, which will be included in the next OP, on a
method of determination of maleic-itaconic copolymer in their commercial products. Jacob stressed that the
method outlined in his presentation may also have to be used in conjunction with other methods (e.g. Karl
Fischer moisture, pH, atomic absorption, etc.) to ensure the concentration is correct. Michael Hojjatie asked if
the method could be used after the product was added to and blended with the fertilizer. The answer was no, but
method was primarily designed to confirm that the purchaser received the correct product at the right
concentration and that it was not diluted or adulterated in some way.
7. Dick Camp with Kronos gave a presentation on water-soluble vs. total Zinc in commercial fertilizers. There are
some Zinc Sulfates on the market that may meet the Zinc guarantee, but all the Zinc may not be supplied as
Zinc Sulfate. This can offer a cost advantage as true Zinc Sulfate is currently quite expensive and therefore
provides an “unlevel” playing field if product is not this. He would like to see labs also do a test for water
soluble Zinc as that would help determine whether the Zinc came from Zinc Sulfate (water-soluble) or from a
product with other forms of less soluble Zn. Bill suggested we try a couple Magruder Samples especially ones
where the Zn source may be in question and do total and water-soluble Zinc to compare results among the
methods and labs.
8. There was limited time for general questions or discussion, but Sharon opened the floor for topics. Shan Zaman
(NM) asked if there were any methods for micronutrients by ICP-MS. Answer: currently, there not many states
that are using ICP-MS yet and while a few states are, most of the methods have not been converted/validated
yet. As of yet, there has not been a request to add Magruder method codes for ICP-MS. This is an area that we
need to monitor as ICP-MS becomes more common in state and commercial labs for fertilizer testing.
9. A motion was made to adjourn by Ametra and seconded by Paul Eggeman (MO). The motion was approved
and the committee adjourned at 12:24 pm.
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BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP) COMMITTEE
AGENDA
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (BMP) COMMITTEE
ASSOCIATION OF AMERICAN PLANT FOOD CONTROL OFFICIALS
SUMMER ANNUAL 2016
PITTSBURGH, PA
All Agenda Items—Including Public Comment and Adjournment---Are Subject to Change
Meeting Objectives
Approve Regular Procedural Topics (Agenda, Report, Meeting Schedule, and Work Plan for the
Next Meeting)
Report on Bulk Blend Workshops.
Plant Security Sub-Committee Topics.
Consider Committee Member/Liaison Comments and Issues
Consider Public Comment
Identify Needed Next Steps, Assignments, and Agenda Items For Next Meeting
Meeting Agenda (Please Note: Times listed below are estimates and may change.)
2.5 Minutes Welcome and Introductions Chair
Review and Approval of the Agenda Chair
Review and Approval of Report from 2014 Summer Annual Chair
Old Business:
5 Minutes Report on Bulk Blend Workshops. TFI
5 Minutes Responsible Ag Progress Report TFI
Plant Security Sub-Committee
35 Minutes Update on fertilizer security outreach materials. Deb Allen
New Business:
2.5 Minutes Open for discussion of any new business Chair
Next Steps, Assignments and Agenda Items for Next Meeting Chair
Adjourn Chair
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Report
Association of American Plant Food Control Officials
BMP Plant Security Sub-Committee Winter Annual 2016
Best Management Practices (BMP) Committee and Plant Security Sub-Committee
February 23, 2016 Albuquerque, NM
Members Present: Stephen McMurry, Lance Kunneman, Don Wolf for Matt Haynes, April Hunt, Joe Slater, Brian Bowers for
Danny Turner, Matt Pearson, Sarah Adams, and Falina Hutchinson.
Industry Liaisons Present: Debe Allen, Robert LaGasse, Rich Adderley, Bethany Henderson, and Wade Foster.
Guests Attending: 37 guests.
Committee Objectives: To promote and make available to the manufacturers of commercial fertilizer, with emphasis directed
to blenders, information and technology related to best manufacturing practices, to ensure consumers receive quality products
meeting agronomic needs and values.
Called to Order: 9:30 am.
Agenda Review and Approval: Motion to approve agenda as presented (McMurry/Slater); Approved.
Meeting Minutes Review and Approval: Motion to approve minutes from Summer Annual meeting in Denver
(Pearson/McMurry); Approved.
Committee Actions:
New Members – Bill Easterwood asked and was placed as a new industry liaison.
Bulk Blend Workshops – Wade Foster discussed the bulk blend workshops
TFI only needs a meeting place and 2 months’ notice to prepare.
Slater asked for an updated list of Bulk Blend Workshop locations, his list stopped in 2012. Foster replied to just
add Michigan in 2014
Bill Easterwood asked if the bulk blend workshop discussed product blend compatibility, more than just SGN.
Debe Allen suggested that the workshop should be reviewed & updated
April suggested that the workshop also include fluid fertilizers
Bill Easterly mentioned the Fluid Fertilizer Foundation and its workshops
Requested Action of the Association and/or Board: None.
Next Steps: Summer Annual Meeting August 2016
Report on any Bulk Blend Workshops.
Responsible Ag progress report.
BMP Plant Security Sub-Committee
Members Present: Steve McMurry, Don Wolf for Matt Haynes, April Hunt, and Joe Slater
Industry Liaisons Present: Debe Allen, Rich Adderley, and Wade Foster
Agenda Review and Approval: Included with BMP approval.
Meeting Minutes Review and Approval: Included with BMP approval.
Committee Actions:
Fertilizer security outreach materials – Debe Allen
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US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is hopeful that after an 8 year delay they will have their ammonium
nitrate rule available later this summer provided – See presentation from the meeting for details
OSHA’s changes to their policy to no longer exempt most ag dealers from their Process Safety Management (PSM)
requirement was discussed. This will greatly impact the industry
o TFI is working with The ASMARK Institute to develop a MyPSM self audit as well as several 2 day
trainings.
More information can be found at www.asmark.org
o The PSM requirement appears to be very site specific with details about processes and a cookie cutter plan
probably will not suffice.
Executive Order 13650 update was provided
o EPA’s Risk Management Plan will propose changes in late 2015
o DHS plans on making changes to their CFATS rule
o See presentation from the meeting for details
Requested Action of the Association and/or Board: None
Next Steps: Summer Annual August 2016
Follow Ammonium Nitrate Rulemaking
CFATS, PSM, and Executive Order updates
Adjournment: With nothing further to discuss motion to adjourn (Slater/Hunt); Approved
Adjourned: 10:28 am.
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICES COMMITTEE
Control Officials
Lance Kunneman , C ........................................................................ Oklahoma City, OK
Steve McMurry, VC ................................................................................... Lexington, KY
Dan Danielson ................................................................................................. Nashville, TN
Matt Haynes ......................................................................................................... Salem, OR
April Hunt ..........................................................................................................Lansing, MI
Jamey Johnson ............................................................................................. Little Rock, AR
Ben Jones .............................................................................................. College Station, TX
Alan Lowman ..................................................................................................... Atlanta, GA
Joseph Slater.................................................................................................. Columbia, MO
Danny Turner .................................................................................................... Raleigh, NC
Buzz Vance ........................................................................................................Lincoln, NE
Matt Pearson……………………………………………………………..W. Lafayette, IN
Meagan Davis………………… ………………………………………..Baton Rouge, LA
Sarah Adams…….…………………….……………………………………Pendleton, SC
Falina Hutchinson……………………………………………………………..Helena, MT
Industry Liaison Deborah Allen………………………………………………………………Augusta, GA
Scott Rosenquist ................................................................................................ Lathrop, CA
Jim Jenkins .......................................................................................... Calgary, Alberta, CN
Wade Foster ............................................................................................... Washington, DC
Robert LaGasse ........................................................................................... Shallowater, TX
Rich Adderley ..................................................................................... Saskatoon, Sask., CN
Bill Easterwood ....................................................................................................Tampa, FL
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Bethany Henderson……………………………….………….………….Collierville, TN
Plant Security Sub-Committee
Control Officials
Dan Danielson,VC ........................................................................................ Nashville, TN
Matt Haynes ......................................................................................................... Salem, OR
Steve McMurry ............................................................................................. Lexington, KY
April Hunt ..........................................................................................................Lansing, MI
Alan Lowman ..................................................................................................... Atlanta, GA
Joseph Slater.................................................................................................. Columbia, MO
Buzz Vance ........................................................................................................Lincoln, NE
Industry Liaison
Deborah Allen .................................................................................................. Augusta, GA
Scott Rosenquist .............................................................................................. Lanthrop, CA
Jim Jenkins .......................................................................................... Calgary, Alberta, CN
Wade Foster ............................................................................................... Washington, DC
Rich Adderley ..................................................................................... Saskatoon, Sask., CN
Education and Information Committee
Agenda Association of American Plant Food Control Officials
2016 AAPFCO Summer Annual Meeting Pittsburgh, PA
Friday August 5, 2016 3:00pm
All Agenda Times—Including Public Comment and Adjournment—Are Subject to Change
Meeting Objectives
To Approve Regular Procedural Topics (Agenda, Report, Meeting Schedule, and Workplan)
AAPFCO Insider – work assignments for future newsletters
To Consider results from the AAPFCO Meeting Survey
To Discuss items that should appear on the AAPFCO Website/Secure Website
To Consider Public Comment
To Consider Committee Member Comments and Issues
To Identify Needed Next Steps, Assignments, and Agenda Items For Next Meeting
Meeting Agenda
Welcome and Introductions (Chair)
Agenda and Previous Minutes Review and Approval (Chair)
Fertilizer Administrators Seminar Lance Kunneman
Inspection and Sampling Report Brett Groves
AAPFCO Labeling Guide (Chair)
AAPFCO Website & draft “Rookies guide to meetings” (Chair)
AAPFCO Insider Katie Laney
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AAPFCO.org website (Chair)
Committee Member’s Comments and Issues (Chair)
Next Steps, Assignments and Agenda Items for Next Meeting (Chair)
Adjourn
Education and Information Committee Members:
Control Officials Industry Liaision
Jane Boerboom Deborah Allen
Michael Crush Beth Anderson
Jamey Johnson Leanna Bosarge
Lance Kunneman Victoria Cassens
Katie Laney Shirley Chandler
Matt Pearson Amy Covington
Yong Pu LaWana Davis
Jim True Bette Jo Evans
Suzanne Turcotte Rick Geise
Don Wolf Bethany Henderson
Theresa Wybrant Jim Jenkins
Nick Young Bob LaGasse
Jennifer Lilly
Cheryl Prinster
Gene Ruppe
Carman VanMeter
Jessica Walsh
Winter Annual Report
AAPFCO MINUTES EDUCATION & INFORMATION COMMITTEE February 23, 2016
Albuquerque NM
The meeting was called to order by committee chair Matt Pearson
Committee members in attendance:
Control Officials: Industry Liaisons: Michael Crush - ME Debe Allen – Potash Corp
Jamey Johnson - AR Beth Anderson - Arysta Life Science North America, LLC
Lance Kunneman - OK Victoria Cassens – Purdue University
Katie Laney - NM Shirley Chandler - Sun Gro Horticultural Distribution, Inc.
Matt Pearson – IN Amy Covington - Bayer Advanced/Bayer ES Don Wolf – OR LaWana Davis - Stollar Enterprises
Contact Information:
Matt Pearson, Chair James True, Vice Chair Future Meeting Dates:
[email protected] [email protected] AAPFCO Winter Annual Meeting
765 494-1547 859 257-7363 February 2017
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Nick Young - CA Bette Jo Evans - Mosaic Crop Nutrition, LLC Bethany Henderson - Helena Chemical Company Bob LaGasse - Mulch & Soil Council Gene Ruppe - Loveland Products Inc. Carman VanMeter - Stollar Enterprises Jessica Walsh - Interteck Cantox
Agenda and minutes from the Summer Annual meeting were approved
Discussion of the AAPFCO Product Label Guide:
o Guide can be found on the AAPFCO.org website under Labeling Guidelines
o Often used to as examples provided to industry to promote uniformity and examples on how to
conform with AAPFCO standards.
o Pearson asked for committee input on how to improve the guide
Brett Groves reported that the Basic Inspector Training (BIT’s) was held in Decatur AL September 29th
– October 1st, 2015.
o 69 people participated and 22 states were represented.
o 2016 BIT’s planned for Springfield MO September 26th
– 30th
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o 2017 BIT’s tentatively planned for Ida
Lance Kunneman reported that the Fertilizer control official seminar was held in Nashville TN, there
were 29 attendees from 25 different states. The seminar in October of 2016 will be in Austin, TX.
Pearson asked for comments on the “Rookies guide to AAPFCO meetings” since it was made available
to all first time attendees at this meeting.
o Suggested include information on how to become a committee member
Katie Laney discussed the AAPFCO Insider newsletter and continues to solicited items for inclusion.
Pearson directed the committee to the AAPFCO.org website and asked for suggestions for
improvements. The website is being reconfigured for easier viewing on mobile devices.
With nothing further to discuss meeting adjourned
Respectfully submitted by Matt Pearson – Education and Information committee chair.
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Long Range Planning Committee
AGENDA Summer Annual Meeting 2016
Pittsburg, PA
August 6, 2016 7:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Purpose: To develop and update a strategic plan keeping the Association aware of industry and regulatory
trends and promote AAPFCO as the national and international regulatory authority for fertilizer and related
products; To delegate responsibility for implementing the strategic plan.
We will review the strategic plan with no additional items unless added to the agenda at of start of the
meeting.
8:00 Call to Order
Approve Agenda
Any additional items if we have time?
Approve Report from Mid-Year Meeting
8:10 AAPFCO Strategic Plan
Review progress toward implementation of Strategic Objectives and Goals
9:30 Break (checkout of the hotel if needed)
10:00 AAPFCO Strategic Plan continued
10:30 Next Steps, Assignments and Agenda Items for Next Meeting
10:40 Additional items to discuss
Discussion on creating the new strategic plan
o Austin, TX
o Invite 2-3 additional people
Sandy Simon newest member of LRP
11:00 Adjourn Committee
Future Meeting Date/Place:
Bellevue, WA
Contact Information:
Brett Groves Ron Larson
[email protected] [email protected]
765-494-1552 801-538-7187
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Report
AAPFCO Long Range Planning Committee
2016 Winter Annual Meeting Albuquerque, NM
February 21, 2016
Purpose: To develop and update a strategic plan keeping the Association aware of industry and regulatory trends and promote AAPFCO as the national and international regulatory authority for
fertilizer and related products; to delegate responsibility for implementing the strategic plan.
The Long Range Planning Committee (LRP) was called to order at 1:00 PM on February 21, 2016. The committee consisted of ten control officials and four industry liaisons; 4 guest were also in
attendance. The agenda for the meeting was approved; motion by Joe and second by Lance. The notes from the Summer Annual were approved; motion by Katie and second by Joe. The
primary agenda item for the meeting was to review progress toward implementation of the Strategic Plan. The record of this discussion is inserted into the document below as indicated by text in green italics. Official action items developed during this meeting will be in the red font.
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES AND GOALS BORN ON DATE, AUGUST 2011
I. Improve the engagement of participants, states, and stakeholders in association activities.
A. Develop and distribute a new participant and new stakeholder information packet and pilot a first-timer
orientation and reception (highlight this on name badges)…the board secretary by January 31, 2012.
Jamey gave us an update on attendance for this meeting.
126 registered
34 first time attendees
o The luncheon is set for 55 total
o The OP to be given to the new attendees is a vibrant pink
I has the Susan B Komen symbol on it and with every OP sold $2 will be
donated to the Breast Cancer Awareness
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35 states represented
Jim will send more letters of thanks for the new attendees’ to their Sec. of Ag
o He also talked to the CEO of NASDA
Jamey sent a thankyou with the reimbursement checks as promised from the previous meeting
Not many takers on the 2nd chance for scholarships
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o Some can only travel once per year and chose the Summer Annual since most do both
feed and fertilizer
B. Develop a tiered “Magic 5” list of non-participating states in association events, then strategize the
most effective methods to attract their presence, (i.e. call them to emcee events, present a paper of
national prominence, etc.)
Need to keep the database updated by the Membership Committee
o 12 states were contacted for this meeting by Matt P, Phil, and Jamey
The first timers at the Seminar did not take advantage of the scholarship
o The Membership Committee will develop a survey to those states that did NOT attend
Will report the findings at the next LRP meeting
o April suggested the AAPFCO travel policy might be a good incentive for the members
that only travel once per year
Especially if they take on leadership roles such as, chairs, vice chairs, etc.
o James discussed bringing the new members in as vice chairs and having a rotation for
the chair and vice chair so they could get comfortable taking over the committee
o We need to look at the registration form before the next meeting especially when it
asks about being a first time attendee
Should really narrow that down to first time attending any AAPFCO meeting
Jamey has concerns about the number of OP’s we are giving away
Discussion on looking into a US map and highlighting the states that attended the previous
meeting for our website.
o Done
Moved the map’s location to the front page
C. Explore methods to attract associations…
James suggested we build an AAPFCO pamphlet (trifold) to hand out at the different meetings
we attend explaining who we are
o Committee is still working on the “rookies guide” pamphlet
Done
Discussion on organizations/associations that we can invite
o Department of Homeland Security (HSA) for an update at the Industry/Regulatory
Counsel meeting
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) possible
Ben and Wade are chairs, I will pass on to Ben
o Could also have them speak at the Plant Security session
Should also invite NASDA
o Possibly Barbara Glenn (CEO)
II. Become the national information resource, voice, and authority on challenges, issues, regulations, and
nutrient stewardship.
A. Promote the necessity, concept, wording, and importance of the model/ uniform bill…on-going.
The suggestion at Winter Annual 2013 that industry be asked to identify the top 5 issues that cause the most problems as a result of lack of uniformity among states was referred to the Uniform Bills Committee
o Inconsistencies in state fertilizer rules
Patrick/Melinda said 30 states reported
o Jim Skillen and Katie will now focus on soil amendments
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Ongoing…………Katie discussed what she’s doing now
Updates could be done through an investigator role
Need to keep this idea for Summer meeting
We should share this information with NASDA
Bill Hall and James Bartos discussed the importance of the slow release information getting
out to the regulators and industry
o The information is coming together now and needs to find and avenue for release
o Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) is becoming involved
TFI gave comments to them
We should take a minute and check out the EDF website
o ISO is also working on definitions
o Point is, if we do not get our definitions/methods out, someone else will; this will
create national and possibly global confusion
o Need to get all the terms and definitions completed
o Use a marketing company to get our work out into the public if needed
Skillen suggested we continue to promote preemption language to the states to also help
o BOD should send a letter to the states compelling them to adopt the language (not
official action item but needed highlighted for BOD)
Discussion turned to NASDA and how they could help
o They would like to become more involved with AAPFCO
o Help push resolutions/preemptive language
o Curious why they do not attend our meetings
o Tie-in would be fertilizer use regulations and the preemptive language
B. Retool the Association web site and make it more educationally useable, allow for the creation of a hub
Best Management Practices (BMP) on fertilizer use, update at least semiannually, allow for online
registrations by states, at least annually post accomplishments or talking points of association benefits,
secure the site, allow for posting of state laws and add appropriate links…on-going. (Responsibility of
the Education and Communication Committee.)
i. Discussed the items Melinda brought to the group
1. April will create another conference call in March 2016
2. Joe has incorporated email addresses in the OP and would like to see them on the
webpage for the committee members and liaisons
C. Explore and identify ways to play a more visible and prominent role in other stakeholder state and
national functions…Review and rework the PowerPoint on the association…by February 1, 2012
(Responsibility of the Long Range Planning Committee.)
Discussion on putting on a labeling training at the February 2017 Winter Meeting
o Still a possibility, discuss at the Summer meeting
Bill Hall would like to attach an ISO meeting to the annual methods within the next 5 years
o Will be 5 years before it ISO is back in the states
Need to keep this as ongoing
April discussed the development of a AAPFCO banner to display at the different meetings
we attend
o Done, the banner looks good, Jamey will store it
Wade discussed his issues with states replying to his plea for fertilizer law updates
o He has about 20 states that have replied
o Last update was 2012
o Could put a link on our website for TFI’s webpage and include the information in
the OP
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III. Improve communication throughout the stakeholder group.
A. Board establish committee expectations, charges, responsibility of vice chairs, term limits, and
parameters and meet with chairs at least annually.
James Bartos led discussion on ways to facilitate or hasten development of new
members into leaders of the association. Among the ideas to emerge was: 1) encourage attendance at the Fertilizer Administrators Seminar as a good opportunity
to learn quickly how the association works; 2) ask them to participate on Working Groups in committees; 3) remind committee chairs to ask new participants to join Working Groups.
o Discussion on starting new people as vice chair
o Look for chairs that have been in the position for a while and see if they would like to
have relief
Joe could add this to his annual letter
o Would fund their travels
o Survey the group
April will take up with the group at the closed session
o Someone suggested having the state be the chair
That way, whoever can travel would be the chair of the committee for that
particular meeting
Pulse of the group was hard to read but it might not hurt to try
B. Conduct a program evaluation of each association educational meeting…to begin with the 2012 mid-
year meeting in San Antonio.
The leadership training for Nick has not happened yet
o LRP asked the BOD last meeting for $1,000 to be earmarked for the American Society of
Association Executives training
o Jim Skillen made comment that it seemed to him that it is expensive training
Wade suggested that TFI might have a discounted rate?
o Joe Slater will try to get Nick involved this year for the training
C. At multiple opportunities (newsletter editions, national meeting presentations, web site, etc.) exploit
the beneficial uses of the association’s “List-Serve” and stay poised for the latest electronic technology
methods…
o Responsibility of the Education and Information Committee.
o Katie would really like to get rid of this if someone else would like to do it
It did not happen this last period
Supposed to do 2 times/year
It is difficult to get the information from our members on time
Most of the information comes from committee updates from previous
meetings
She could use help gathering information
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o Michael Crush and Matt Pearson will help Katie with the new
newsletter
D. When warranted, survey the needs of the association stakeholder groups (federal agencies, industry
groups, trade associations, etc.).
Sarah Adams will still continue these surveys for AAPFCO
o By committee, each meeting with comment section
Jamey will talk to Sarah about what to ask
IV. Maintain a sound financial position for the organization.
A. Evaluate financial needs of the association (dues, registration fees, book sales, possible new programs,
hiring more labor, determining costs of select meetings, determining what is the new long range plan
going to cost to activate)…on-going, but the initial report due by February 1, 2012.
i. Jamey assured the committee we are looking good
ii. Official action taken and will move to the BOD
1. Motion by April Hunt to increase the rates on the UFTRS data to:
a. $600 for the 2 newest sets of electronic data
b. $250 for older sets of electronic data
c. ½ price to Universities that will publish their results in peer reviewed
articles
2. Second by Jamey
3. Motion to increase fees passed unanimously
iii. It was also discussed that we should look at data sharing agreements that would keep our
data from being copied
1. April said she would look around for possible language
Additional items to discuss
Brett discussed hiring Tommy Engelke to do our next strategic plan
o Tommy was the facilitator that handled our 2011 strategic plan
He is familiar with our charge already
o Since he is in TX, we will try to arrange an extra 2 days to the Fall Seminar
o Possibly the Monday and Tuesday 10/10 and 10/11
o Brett will check and make sure Tommy is available those dates
Jamey would like to put the OP order form on the registration forms like AAFCO
o Have the printer do the shipping
He’ll look into the cost to the association
James lead the discussion on traditional fertilizers transitioning to beneficial substances,
biostimulants, etc. really nontraditional fertilizers
o The states do not have standards for these and thought we should start discussing this as a
future issue
o Do we need to create a new committee?
o Ideas such as maintaining a presence at the BioStimulant Coalition
Crops and Chemicals meetings
They have asked for AAPFCO participation
Especially on the regulatory panel discussion
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Phil will check with Don Wolf to see if he is going to attend, July 19-21 or if
someone from their office is attending
o What is AAPFCO’s role?
o Need to have these defined through the Terms and Definitions
They need have 3 sets of data for 3 different regions
Already in the book page 493 (No. 69) Appendix D for nutrient products
Modify the Appendix but would be better to have Uniform Bills create a
SUIP
Wade will be leaving the end of June to pursue Law School and will hopefully be training a new
person before he leaves.
o Thanks Wade for all you have done for this committee and the association! Good Luck!
Needing to add 1 or 2 new industry members to our committee.
Action Items to be moved to the Board
b. Official action taken and will move to the BOD
i. Motion by April Hunt to increase the rates on the UFTRS data to:
1. $600 for the 2 newest sets of electronic data
2. $250 for older sets of electronic data
3. ½ price to Universities that will publish their results in peer reviewed articles
ii. Second by Jamey
1. Motion to increase fees passed unanimously
c. The LRP would like to BOD to entertain our suggestion of sending a letter to the states compelling
them to adopt the preemptive language (not official action item but needed highlighted for BOD)
Meeting adjourned 4:00 PM, motion by Joe Slater, second by Lance Kunneman