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 garlic intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R491 of 18 May 2018
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards and control measures for the grading, packing and marking of garlic intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa.
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- South Africa regulates the grading, packing and marking of garlic intended for sale through Regulation R491, published on 18 May 2018.
- The regulation falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- It is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The regulation sets standards and control measures for how garlic must be graded, packed and marked before it is sold in South Africa.
- The full official requirements are contained in the government document, available via the download link on the page.
Frequently asked questions
Which regulation governs the packing and marking of garlic for sale in South Africa?
Garlic sold in South Africa is governed by Regulation R491 of 18 May 2018, titled the regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of garlic intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. It sets the standards and control measures for how garlic must be graded, packed and marked.
Under which Act does the South African garlic regulation fall?
The garlic grading, packing and marking regulation falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). This Act provides the legal framework for setting product standards for agricultural products such as garlic in South Africa.
Which department is responsible for garlic grading, packing and marking standards in South Africa?
The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development is responsible for the regulation. It administers the standards and control measures for grading, packing and marking garlic intended for sale in South Africa.
What does the garlic regulation R491 cover?
Regulation R491 focuses on setting standards and control measures for the grading, packing and marking of garlic intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. The detailed requirements are contained in the official government document, which can be accessed via the download link provided.