Pennsylvania HB2034 regulates mushroom farming and composting, establishing best practices and a fund for related activities.

HB2034 amends Pennsylvania law to regulate mushroom farming and composting operations. It mandates the development and implementation of mitigation plans for mushroom farms and composting operations to address phorid flies and hydrogen sulfide. The Department of Agriculture is tasked with developing best management practices and notifying operations of these requirements. The bill establishes the Mushroom Farming and Composting Fund to receive fines and other funds for related purposes. It also allows for civil penalties of up to $1,000 for non-compliance with approved mitigation plans.

Pennsylvania HB2034 regulates mushroom farming and composting, establishing best practices and a fund for related activities.

HB2034 amends Pennsylvania law to regulate mushroom farming and composting operations. It mandates the development and implementation of mitigation plans for mushroom farms and composting operations to address phorid flies and hydrogen sulfide. The Department of Agriculture is tasked with developing best management practices and notifying operations of these requirements. The bill establishes the Mushroom Farming and Composting Fund to receive fines and other funds for related purposes. It also allows for civil penalties of up to $1,000 for non-compliance with approved mitigation plans.