Who maintains the public list of certified fertilizer applicators?

The public list of certified fertilizer applicators is maintained by Rutgers NJAES, which stands for Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station. This entity is responsible for agricultural research and education in New Jersey, including the training and certification of fertilizer applicators. By maintaining this list, Rutgers NJAES ensures that the public has access to information about individuals who are certified to apply fertilizers safely and responsibly, promoting best practices in agricultural and lawn care.

While other organizations play significant roles in agricultural policy and regulation—such as the Environmental Protection Agency, which focuses on environmental protection at a federal level, and State Departments of Agriculture, which manage various agricultural programs—Rutgers NJAES specifically tackles local certification and training. Local municipalities might have regulations in place, but they do not maintain a comprehensive list of certified applicators as part of their functions.