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 soft wheat intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R44 of 22 January 2016 | R1230 of 07 October 2016
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This South African regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of soft wheat intended for sale in South Africa.
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Key facts
- South Africa regulates the grading, packing and marking of soft wheat intended for sale under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The applicable regulation is R44 of 22 January 2016 (Regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of soft wheat).
- R44 was amended by R1230 of 7 October 2016.
- The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- ASC Food Safety Consultants offers consulting, audits, accredited training and FSMS toolkits to help South African food businesses get compliant.
Frequently asked questions
What law governs the packing and marking of soft wheat in South Africa?
Soft wheat sold in South Africa is governed by the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). Under this Act, the specific regulation covering soft wheat is R44 of 22 January 2016, which deals with the grading, packing and marking of soft wheat intended for sale.
Which regulation covers the grading, packing and marking of soft wheat?
The relevant regulation is R44 of 22 January 2016, titled 'Regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of soft wheat'. It was later amended by R1230 of 7 October 2016.
Who administers South Africa's soft wheat regulations?
The regulations are administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. They fall under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
What does the soft wheat regulation apply to?
The regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of soft wheat intended for sale in South Africa. For the full detailed requirements, you need to consult the official regulation documents (R44 of 2016 and its amendment R1230 of 2016).
Can ASC Food Safety Consultants help me comply with soft wheat regulations?
Yes. ASC Food Safety Consultants helps South African food businesses get compliant through consulting, audits, accredited training and ready-to-use FSMS toolkits. You can request a quote, shop toolkits, or explore training options via their site.