USE OF INTRODUCED SPECIES: Introduced species may be substituted for native species only if approved by the director under the following conditions:

1. A. after appropriate field trials have demonstrated that the introduced species are desirable and necessary to achieve the approved postmining land use;
2. B. the species are necessary to achieve a quick, temporary, and stabilizing cover that aids in controlling erosion; and measures to establish permanent vegetation are included in the approved plan submitted under Paragraph (3) of Subsection B of 19.8.9.906 and 19.8.9.908;
3. C. introduced species must meet the requirements of Subsection C of 19.8.20.2060 NMAC;

4. D. the species meet the requirements of applicable state and federal seed, poisonous and noxious plant, and introduced species laws or regulations.

   [11-29-97; 19.8.20.2061 NMAC - Rn, 19 NMAC 8.2.20.2061, 9-29-2000]