DEPARTMENT: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
ASSOCIATED ACT: Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 Of 1990)
REGULATION NAME: Standards and requirements regarding control of the export of canned and pickled vegetables
NO AND DATE: R1983 of 23 August 1991 | R4070 of 2023
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This South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the control of the export of canned and pickled vegetables.
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- South Africa regulates the export of canned and pickled vegetables through standards and requirements set under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The regulation was originally published as R1983 of 23 August 1991 and was amended by R4070 of 2023.
- The regulation focuses on setting standards for the control of the export of canned and pickled vegetables.
- The legislation falls under the South African Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
Frequently asked questions
Which law controls the export of canned and pickled vegetables in South Africa?
The export of canned and pickled vegetables is controlled under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). The specific standards and requirements are set out in the regulation on the control of the export of canned and pickled vegetables.
What are the reference numbers for this canned and pickled vegetables export regulation?
The regulation was originally published under reference R1983 of 23 August 1991. It was subsequently amended by R4070 of 2023.
What does this regulation actually cover?
The regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the control of the export of canned and pickled vegetables in South Africa. It applies to these products under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990.
Which government body is responsible for this legislation?
This legislation falls under the South African Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. It governs the standards and requirements for exporting canned and pickled vegetables.
