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 pineapples intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R538 of 09 June 2017
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of pineapples intended for sale in South Africa.
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- South Africa regulates the grading, packing and marking of pineapples intended for sale under a dedicated regulation.
- The regulation is R538, published on 9 June 2017.
- It falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The regulation is issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The full regulatory requirements are set out in the official government document (available as a downloadable PDF on gov.za).
Frequently asked questions
Which regulation governs the packing and marking of pineapples for sale in South Africa?
Pineapples intended for sale in South Africa are governed by R538, published on 9 June 2017. The regulation covers the grading, packing and marking of pineapples. It is made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
What does the South African pineapple regulation R538 cover?
R538 primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of pineapples intended for sale in South Africa. It sets the standards that apply to pineapples sold within the country. The detailed requirements are contained in the official government regulation document.
Under which Act does the pineapple grading, packing and marking regulation fall?
The regulation falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). This Act is the parent legislation for product standards on agricultural goods in South Africa. R538 is a regulation issued under that Act specifically for pineapples.
When was the pineapple regulation R538 published, and who issued it?
R538 was published on 9 June 2017. It is issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. The regulation applies to pineapples intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa.
Where can I find the full requirements for grading, packing and marking pineapples in South Africa?
The full requirements are set out in the official government regulation document, R538 of 9 June 2017. It is available as a downloadable PDF from the South African government website (gov.za). Consult that document directly for the specific grading, packing and marking standards.