South Africa - 1983 - Agriculture and Rural Development

Agricultural Pests Act

Ministry of Agriculture, Ministry of Forestry,Ministry of Fisheries, South Africa

The act provides for measures by which agricultural pests may be prevented and combated. The act places restrictions on the importation of plant, pathogens, insects, exotic animals, growth mediums, honey, beeswax or used apiary equipment. The powers of the executive officer include; ordering destruction of goods, stop the offloading of goods, and grant or issue orders and permits.

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January 2022

The act provides for measures by which agricultural pests may be prevented and combated. The act places restrictions on the importation of plant, pathogens, insects, exotic animals, growth mediums, honey, beeswax or used apiary equipment. The powers of the executive officer include; ordering destruction of goods, stop the offloading of goods, and grant or issue orders and permits.

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