PART 4Controlling the spreading of nitrogen fertiliser
When to spread fertiliserI112
1
An occupier who intends to spread nitrogen fertiliser must first undertake a field inspection to consider the risk of nitrogen getting into surface water.
2
No person may spread nitrogen fertiliser on that land if there is a significant risk of nitrogen getting into surface water, taking into account in particular—
a
the slope of the land, particularly if the slope is more than 12°,
b
any ground cover,
c
the proximity to surface water,
d
the weather conditions,
e
the soil type, and
f
the presence of land drains.
3
No person may spread nitrogen fertiliser if the soil is waterlogged, flooded, snow covered, frozen or has been frozen for more than 12 hours in the previous 24 hours.