Fertilizer Law Certificate Program 2025 [Now Online]
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
9:00 am - 10:00 am
CCE Rockland Education Center, 10 Patriot Hills Drive , Stony Point, New York 10980

	The next session will be held on Wednesday, April 16 2024. This one session does not fall on the first Wednesday of the month.The Fertilizer Law class will be offered as a webinar until further notice. For more information and to register, visit our online registration portal.
	The Fertilizer Certificate Program
is a required course to obtain the Home Improvement Contractors Certificate;
which is required to conduct business in Rockland County. The course is also
referred to as The Turf Management Course.
	This class has a direct connection to the Clean
Water Act of 1972 through Phase II Stormwater Regulations. The class addresses the environmental effects
of turf management and the impact that fertilizer creates on open state waters
and stream systems. Explanations of fertilizer formulas are given along with
the proper way and time period to apply fertilizer. Alternatives to traditional
lawn and yard care are presented as a way to reduce fertilizer use and prevent
run-off from stormwater. A review of the law is covered and how it applies to
both landscapers and retail business sales. The class ends with a review of
resources to utilize with in Rockland County in relationship to non-point and point
pollution prevention
	Cornell
 Cooperative Extension of Rockland County will be offering  Fertilizer 
Law Certificate Program(s) the first Wednesday of every month. The 
Fertilizer Law Certificate Program is qualified through Rockland County 
to those interested in becoming 
certified.
	The
cost  $70.00.Registration and payment in advanced is required!
	
	Certificates
of completion are prepared ahead of time and distributed at the conclusion of
the class.
	This
Certificate is the document required by the County. Materials not affiliated with the Rockland County Office of Consumer Protection.
	Registration Information:Register online for Wednesday, April 16, 2025 For more information or help with registration, contact:Ernesto LeonAdministrative Assistantel456@cornell.edu
    845-429-7085 x117
	*As of February 2025  the cost for Fertilizer law will be $70.00
$70.00 Online or Check 
Ernesto  Leon, el456@cornell.edu,  (845) 429-7085
Registration: https://www.cceevents.org/e/fertilizer-law-certificate-program-3

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Online Native Plant Sale
Sunday, May  4, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

2025 Native Plant SalePlants native to North America are those that naturally occur in the region and were found in the area before European colonization. Native plants are the base of the region’s biodiversity, providing nourishment and habitat for beneficial insects, wildlife, and birds that are also native to the area. They have evolved over thousands of years and are suited to the area’s climate, weather conditions, and soils.The key to start is choosing the right native plants for your area. That is where the CCERC Master Gardener Volunteers have done the work for you. They have carefully selected North American native plants that should thrive in your landscapes and positively contribute to the local ecosystem.Please note as we have a great selection now, but there is more to come in March! Order Here: www.rocklandcceplantsale.comPick Up Date: Sunday, May 4, 10 AM - 2 PMPick Up Location: CCE Rockland, 10 Patriot Hills Drive, Stony Point NY




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