Leaf Services Revocation under APS Act 119 of 1990
The Honourable Minister of Agriculture has revoked Leaf Services’ designation as an assignee under the Agricultural Product Standards Act 119 of 1990. Leaf Services, appointed in 2006 to inspect grain and grain products, came under review over consultation processes, fee-setting transparency, and delays in applying the Act. Concerns included a lack of a clear methodology for determining inspection fees, as noted in the 2021 Appeal Board outcomes. The Minister stressed the importance of protecting the quality of staple foods such as maize meal and bread, while avoiding fee increases that could raise costs in the grain and oilseed value chains. FacebookTwitterLinkedInWhatsAppEmailPrint
Nutrient Guidelines Update
The Nutrient Guideline Revision Project (NGRP) remains one of AFMA’s flagship technical initiatives, aimed at modernising South Africa’s nutrient standards for farm feeds. After years of scientific review, the amended regulations under Act 36 of 1947 are now awaiting ministerial approval. The updated nutrient guidelines, aligned with these regulatory amendments, will be published once the regulations are officially gazetted. In the meantime, AFMA is preparing a practical, user-friendly version to help members comply with the new standards. This milestone will bring South Africa in line with international best practices, enhancing feed quality, animal health, and export readiness. FacebookTwitterLinkedInWhatsAppEmailPrint