SECTIONS 14031-14034 - California Statutes

FOOD AND AGRICULTURAL CODE

SECTION 14031-14034

14031. As used in this article, "2,4-D" means any form of
2,4-dichlorophenoxyacetic acid.

14032. Except as otherwise provided in this article and in the
regulations which are adopted by the director, it is unlawful for any
person to use any form of 2,4-D or any other herbicide which the
director finds and determines, after hearing, is injurious to any
crop.

14033. The director shall adopt regulations that govern the use of
2,4-D and any other herbicide which he finds and determines is
injurious to any crop that is being grown in any area of the state.
The regulations of the director may prescribe the time when, and the
conditions under which, a restricted herbicide may be used in
different areas of the state. They may provide that a restricted
herbicide shall be used only under permit of the commissioner or
under the direct supervision of the commissioner, subject to any of
the following limitations:
(a) In certain areas.
(b) In excess of certain quantities or concentrations.

14034. This article does not relieve any person from liability for
any damage to the property of another person which is caused by the
use of any herbicide which is named in the regulations which are
adopted by the director.