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 pears intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R587 of 27 May 2016
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of pears intended for sale in South Africa.
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- The regulation covers the grading, packing and marking of pears intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa.
- It is issued under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The regulation is cited as R587 and dated 27 May 2016.
- It falls under the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The full official regulation is available to download from the South African government gazette via the link on the page.
Frequently asked questions
What legislation governs the packing and marking of pears for sale in South Africa?
The packing and marking of pears for sale in South Africa is governed by regulations made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). The specific regulation dealing with the grading, packing and marking of pears is cited as R587, dated 27 May 2016, and administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
What does the R587 pears regulation cover?
R587 primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of pears intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. It sits under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990. For the detailed technical requirements, you need to consult the full official regulation.
When did the South African pears grading, packing and marking regulation come into effect?
The regulation relating to the grading, packing and marking of pears is referenced as R587 of 27 May 2016. It was issued under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
Where can I get the full text of the pears packing and marking regulation?
The full official regulation can be downloaded from the South African government gazette; ASC Food Safety Consultants provides a direct download link on this page. Reviewing the complete document is the only way to access the detailed grading, packing and marking requirements.
Which government department is responsible for the pears regulation?
The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. It is made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).