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 soya beans intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa
NO AND DATE: R370 of 21 April 2017
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on the grading, packing and marking of soya beans intended for sale in South Africa.
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- Soya beans intended for sale in South Africa are governed by regulations on grading, packing and marking.
- The rules are set out in Regulation R370, published on 21 April 2017.
- The regulation is made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- The regulation is administered by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
- The official title is 'Regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of soya beans intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa', and the full text is available to download.
Frequently asked questions
Which law governs the packing and marking of soya beans for sale in South Africa?
Soya beans intended for sale in South Africa are governed by Regulation R370 of 21 April 2017, titled 'Regulations relating to the grading, packing and marking of soya beans intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa'. This regulation focuses specifically on the grading, packing and marking of soya beans. The full regulation is available to download from the official government gazette.
Under which Act do the soya bean regulations fall?
The soya bean regulations fall under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990). Regulation R370 of 21 April 2017 was issued under this Act to cover the grading, packing and marking of soya beans intended for sale in South Africa.
Who administers the soya bean grading, packing and marking regulations?
The regulations are administered by South Africa's Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. This department issues and oversees the standards for soya beans intended for sale under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990.
What does Regulation R370 of 2017 cover for soya beans?
Regulation R370 primarily covers the grading, packing and marking of soya beans intended for sale in the Republic of South Africa. It sets the standards that apply to soya beans offered for sale in the country. The complete requirements are set out in the full regulation, which can be downloaded from the official gazette.
Where can I find the full soya bean regulation text?
The complete text of Regulation R370 of 21 April 2017 is available to download from the official government gazette publication linked on this page. The regulation sets out the grading, packing and marking requirements for soya beans intended for sale in South Africa.