DEPARTMENT: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
ASSOCIATED ACT: Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 Of 1990)
REGULATION NAME: Regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of avocados intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R5 of 17 January 2014
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of avocados intended for sale in South Africa.
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- South Africa regulates the grading, packing and marking of avocados intended for sale within the country.
- These requirements are set out in the regulation referenced R5 of 17 January 2014.
- The regulation is issued under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The full grading, packing and marking specifications are contained in the official regulation document available from gov.za.
Frequently asked questions
What law governs the grading, packing and marking of avocados in South Africa?
The grading, packing and marking of avocados intended for sale in South Africa is governed by a regulation issued under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). The specific regulation is referenced as R5 of 17 January 2014.
Which department is responsible for the avocado grading regulations?
The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. This is the South African government department responsible for standards relating to the grading, packing and marking of avocados intended for sale.
What is the reference number for the South African avocado regulation?
The regulation relating to the grading, packing and marking of avocados intended for sale in South Africa is referenced as R5 of 17 January 2014. The full document is available from the gov.za official document repository.
What does the avocado regulation cover?
The regulation focuses on the grading, packing and marking of avocados intended for sale in South Africa. The detailed classes, packing requirements and marking specifications are set out in the full official regulation document rather than summarised on this page.
