Here in Alabama the crackdown is beginning. The state is now making you have a license if you want to plant plants or even lay sod.
I’m not talking about a simple business license. I’m talking about a $200+ license you have to go take a test and apply to the state to get.
They are also enforcing the herbicide license by having guys stop you and inspect your truck and trailer for chemicals. You can expect instant fines if you are not legit….

In addition to this the DOT is about to start coming down hard on people who’s trucks/trailers don’t meet the specs (especially weight violations)
After Jan 1st I’ve been told they won’t even listen to an excuse. You get stopped for a violation and you are going to pay out big money.

Don’t get me wrong. I’m not complaining.
I think it’s a good thing to help weed out (pardon the pun) people who are not charging enough to make a profit and are undercutting everyone.
Hopefully it will make our profession a little more professional. At least here in Alabama…