Title 15, TITLE 15. AGRICULTURE AND ANIMALS

Sec. 11. (a) As used in this section, "suit" refers to a suit commenced against a farmer by a seed supplier to enforce the seed supplier's rights under, or in connection with, a seed contract. (b) If a seed supplier files suit against a farmer, the seed supplier shall provide sim…

Sec. 12. (a) A farmer has a right of action against a seed supplier if the seed supplier or an agent of the seed supplier enters real property owned or occupied by the farmer in violation of section 10 of this chapter. (b) If a farmer prevails in an action filed under this sectio…

Sec. 2. This chapter does not apply to an inspection by a seed supplier under a production contract. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-13-2.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.

Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "farmer" refers to a person who is engaged in commercial farming and who plants seed in Indiana under a seed contract to grow a commercial crop. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-13-3.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.

Sec. 4. As used in this chapter, "production contract" refers to any of the following: (1) A contract to grow seed for demonstration purposes. (2) A contract to grow seed for research purposes. (3) A contract to grow seed under which the seed supplier: (A) retains title to the cr…

Sec. 5. As used in this chapter, "seed" refers to agricultural seed (as defined in IC 15-15-1-2) or vegetable seed (as defined in IC 15-15-1-24) used to grow a commercial agricultural or a commercial vegetable crop. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-13-5.] As added by P.L.2…

Sec. 6. As used in this chapter, "seed contract" refers to a written contract between a seed supplier and a farmer that a farmer must sign to obtain the seed or the right to plant the seed. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-13-6.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.

Sec. 7. As used in this chapter, "seed supplier" refers to a person engaged in commercial production or supply of either of the following: (1) Seed. (2) Technology genetically engineered into seed. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-13-7.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.…

Sec. 8. A provision of a seed contract in conflict with this chapter is unenforceable against a farmer. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-13-8.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.

Sec. 9. A provision of a seed contract that purports to waive a provision of this chapter is unenforceable against a farmer. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-4-13-9.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.6.

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "authorizing body" means the body that has the power to adopt ordinances under IC 36-1-3-6. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4.6-1(a).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.

costs to property owner Sec. 10. (a) If a person fails to begin a program recommended by the weed control board to control and contain noxious weeds within the time prescribed in section 9 of this chapter, the weed control board may pay the following costs incurred in cutting or …

duplicate; disposition of funds Sec. 11. (a) If the owner or person in possession of the property does not pay the amount set forth in the statement under section 10(b) of this chapter within ten (10) days after receiving the certified statement under section 10(c) of this chapte…

property Sec. 12. (a) This subsection applies to real estate owned by the state. The auditor of state shall issue a warrant to pay the amount set forth in the certified statement under section 10(b) of this chapter for real estate owned by the state and shall charge the appropria…

Sec. 14. The Purdue University cooperative extension service shall provide technical assistance to any weed control board in order to control and contain the growth and spread of noxious weeds. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4.6-7.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.7.

Sec. 15. Any person who fails to begin a program recommended by the weed control board to control and contain noxious weeds within the time prescribed under section 9 of this chapter commits a Class C infraction. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-3-4.6-6.] As added by P.L.2-2…

Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "noxious weed" refers to the following: (1) Canada thistle (Cirsium arvense). (2) Johnson grass (Sorghum halepense). (3) Columbus grass (Sorghum almum). (4) Bur cucumber (Sicyos angulatus). (5) Shattercane (Sorghum bicolor (L.) Moench spp. drummon…

Sec. 3. The authorizing body of any county may establish a weed control board by adopting an ordinance: (1) on the authorizing body's own initiative; or (2) after receiving a petition signed by five percent (5%) of the registered voters of the county. [Pre-2008 Recodification Cit…

Sec. 4. (a) The weed control board consists of the following members to be appointed by the authorizing body: (1) One (1) township trustee of the county. (2) One (1) soil and water conservation district supervisor. (3) One (1) representative from the agricultural community of the…

Sec. 5. The weed control board may: (1) appoint an executive director; and (2) employ necessary technical, professional, and other assistants. The board shall fix the qualifications, duties, and salaries of these employees subject to the approval of the county council. [Pre-2008 …

district supervisor duties Sec. 6. The county highway supervisor and the soil and water conservation district supervisor or employee serving the county shall: (1) serve as inspectors for the weed control board; (2) make periodic inspections; and (3) report their findings to the b…

Sec. 7. The powers and duties of the weed control board include the following: (1) Taking all necessary and proper steps to control and contain noxious weeds that have adverse significance on agricultural production in Indiana. (2) Entering upon any land, public or private, at an…

Sec. 8. In addition to the weed control board's powers and duties under section 7 of this chapter, the weed control board may establish a marijuana eradication program to eliminate and destroy wild marijuana plants within the county. The program is funded by amounts appropriated …

notice Sec. 9. (a) The weed control board shall require persons who own: (1) real estate; or (2) easements, rights-of-way, or other similar interests in real estate; in the county to control and contain noxious weeds growing on the real estate. (b) A five (5) day written notice t…

health indemnity fund Sec. 1. (a) If the board determines that the cattle within an accredited county must be tested for bovine tuberculosis to conform with federal regulations governing the reaccreditation of the county, the county council, subject to subsection (d), shall appro…

Sec. 2. (a) After a county council makes an appropriation under section 1 of this chapter, the commissioners of the county shall enter into a contract with the board concerning the testing in the county required under section 1 of this chapter and the expenses paid by the county.…

Sec. 3. (a) A sufficient number of veterinary inspectors must be employed to meet the requirements of this chapter. (b) A veterinary inspector must: (1) satisfy the qualifications set forth in IC 25-38.1; and (2) be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice in Indiana and ac…

Sec. 4. (a) The board shall determine the salaries of full-time and part-time veterinary inspectors. (b) In addition to the salary determined under subsection (a), a full-time veterinary inspector is entitled to reimbursement of necessary expenses incurred in performing official …

Sec. 5. (a) Cattle, goats, and cervids that react positively to a tuberculin test must be marked immediately using a method of identification approved by the board. (b) All animals marked under this section shall be appraised by an authorized agent of the board or the United Stat…

Sec. 6. (a) Cattle, goats, and cervids that react positively to a tuberculin test are condemned and designated for: (1) further testing at a laboratory approved by the board; or (2) slaughter; not more than fifteen (15) days after appraisal under section 5 of this chapter. (b) An…

Sec. 7. (a) This section does not apply to cervidae on a cervidae hunting preserve licensed under IC 15-17-14.7. (b) Owners of cattle, goats, or cervids that are destroyed because they have: (1) reacted positively to a tuberculin test administered by: (A) the state veterinarian o…

Sec. 8. A herd of: (1) cattle; (2) goats; or (3) cervids; in which any animal reacts positively to a tuberculin test is under quarantine. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-2.1-7-8.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.8.

Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "brand name" means a word, name, symbol, or device or any combination of words, names, symbols, graphics, or devices that identifies the commercial feed of a distributor and distinguishes it from that of other distributors. [Pre-2008 Recodificatio…

Sec. 10. As used in this chapter, "manufacture" means to grind, mix, blend, or further process a commercial feed for distribution. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(11).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 11. As used in this chapter, "mineral feed" means a commercial feed, the primary purpose of which is to supply mineral elements or inorganic nutrients. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(12).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10. Amended by P.L.99-2012, SEC.25.

Sec. 12. As used in this chapter, "official sample" means a sample of feed taken by the state chemist or the chemist's agent in accordance with section 35(c) or 36 of this chapter. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(13).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 13. As used in this chapter, "percent" or "percentage" means percentage by weight. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(14).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 14. As used in this chapter, "person" includes individuals, partnerships, limited liability companies, corporations, and associations. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(15).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 15. As used in this chapter, except as provided in section 18 of this chapter, "pet" means a dog or cat. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(16).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10. Amended by P.L.99-2012, SEC.26.

Sec. 16. As used in this chapter, "pet food" means a commercial feed prepared and distributed for consumption by dogs or cats. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(17).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 17. As used in this chapter, "product name" means the name of the commercial feed that: (1) identifies it as to kind, class, or specific use; and (2) distinguishes it from all other products bearing the same brand name. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(18).] As a…

Sec. 17.5. As used in this chapter "raw milk" means any milk or milk product, including butter, yogurt, cottage cheese, and cheese, from any species other than humans, that has not been pasteurized according to processes recognized by the United States Food and Drug Administratio…

Sec. 18. As used in this chapter, "specialty pet" means a domesticated animal normally maintained in a cage or tank, including a gerbil, hamster, bird, fish, snake, and turtle. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(19).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10. Amended by P.L.99-20…

Sec. 19. As used in this chapter, "specialty pet food" means a commercial feed prepared and distributed for consumption by specialty pets. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(20).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 2.5. As used in this chapter, "contract feeder" means a person who: (1) is an independent contractor; (2) feeds commercial feed to animals under a contract where the commercial feed is supplied, furnished, or otherwise provided to the person; and (3) receives remuneration th…

Sec. 20. As used in this chapter, "ton" means a net weight of two thousand (2,000) pounds avoirdupois. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-1(21).] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 21. This chapter shall be administered by the state chemist. [Pre-2008 Recodification Citation: 15-5-13-2.] As added by P.L.2-2008, SEC.10.

Sec. 22. The state chemist may cooperate with and enter into agreements with governmental agencies of this state, other states, agencies of the federal government, and private associations in order to carry out the purpose and provisions of this chapter. [Pre-2008 Recodification …

Sec. 24. (a) A person who manufactures a commercial feed or whose name appears on the label of a commercial feed may not distribute the commercial feed in Indiana without a commercial feed license issued by the state chemist on a form provided by the state chemist. (b) An out-of-…

feed license Sec. 25. (a) The state chemist may refuse to issue a license to any manufacturer or distributor who is not in compliance with this chapter. (b) The state chemist may revoke or suspend a commercial feed license that is not in compliance with this chapter. (c) The stat…