DEPARTMENT: Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development
ASSOCIATED ACT: Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 Of 1990)
REGULATION NAME: Government Notice 6742 (Gazette No. 53515) – Proposed Inspection Fees for 2026: Comments Invited
NO AND DATE: Act no. 119 of 1990
Download HereThis South African regulation primarily focuses on setting standards for the the inspection fees for agricultural product standards inspections (including food production and processing), by inviting comments on the proposed fee structure for 2026 to ensure transparency and cost‑recovery in inspection services.
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Key facts
- The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has issued a government notice inviting public comments on proposed inspection fees for 2026.
- The proposal is made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
- It was published as Government Notice 6742 in Gazette No. 53515 on 28 November 2025.
- The proposed fees apply to agricultural product standards inspections, including food production and processing.
- The full notice can be downloaded from the South African government website via the link in the article.
Frequently asked questions
What are the proposed 2026 inspection fees about?
They are proposed fees for agricultural product standards inspections in South Africa, including food production and processing. The Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has invited public comments on the proposed fee structure for 2026. The proposal is made under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990 (Act No. 119 of 1990).
Which government notice covers the proposed 2026 inspection fees?
The proposal appears in Government Notice 6742, published in Gazette No. 53515 on 28 November 2025. It was issued by the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. The full notice can be downloaded from the South African government website via the link provided in the article.
Who can comment on the proposed inspection fees?
The public is invited to submit comments on the proposed fee structure for 2026. The specific deadline and submission procedure are not detailed in the article, so readers are directed to download the full government notice for the complete instructions.
Which industries do the proposed inspection fees apply to?
The proposed fees apply to agricultural product standards inspections, including food production and processing. They fall under the Agricultural Product Standards Act, 1990. Businesses in these sectors may be affected by the updated fee structure for 2026.
Where can I read the full proposed inspection fees notice?
The full notice is available for download from the South African government website. The article provides a direct download link to Government Notice 6742 (Gazette No. 53515). ASC Food Safety Consultants also offers expert food safety support, quotes, FSMS toolkits, and training for businesses that need help.