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 sorghum intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R15 of 08 January 2016
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of sorghum intended for sale in South Africa.
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Key facts
- South Africa regulates the grading, packing and marking of sorghum intended for sale in the Republic.
- The rules fall under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The specific regulation is R15, published on 08 January 2016.
- The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The official government gazette document is available to download directly for the full requirements.
Frequently asked questions
What law governs the packing and marking of sorghum for sale in South Africa?
Sorghum intended for sale in South Africa is regulated under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). The specific measure is the Regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of sorghum intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. It is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
What is the reference number and date of the sorghum grading, packing and marking regulation?
The regulation is cited as R15, dated 08 January 2016. It sets out the framework for grading, packing and marking sorghum intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. The full text is contained in the official government gazette document.
What does the sorghum regulation primarily cover?
The regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of sorghum intended for sale in South Africa. It falls under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990. For the detailed requirements, the official gazette document should be consulted directly.
Where can I get the full text of the South African sorghum regulation?
The full regulation is available as a downloadable official government gazette document, linked from this page. Because the summary here is an overview, you should download and read the gazette for the complete grading, packing and marking requirements. ASC Food Safety Consultants can also assist with interpreting and applying the requirements.