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To address changes in the industry and align with international best practice, the new Feed and Pet Food Bill has been drafted to replace the feed-related provisions of the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1947 (Act 36 of 1947) with a dedicated framework that aligns with international standards. This modernised framework will place greater emphasis on feed safety, sustainability, and consumer protection, while reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens.
The Feeds and Pet Food Bill is a new, dedicated legislative framework being developed to modernize and eventually replace parts of Act 36 as they pertain to animal feed and pet food. This Bill aims to address gaps in the existing law by creating a more focused, streamlined, and risk-based approach to regulating the manufacturing, import, sale, and distribution of animal feeds and pet foods in South Africa.
Key goals include:
The Feeds and Pet Food Bill represents a forward-looking step to strengthen food and feed safety, animal health, and consumer trust in the industry.
The Feed and Pet Food Bill is new legislation designed to modernise and strengthen the regulation of animal feed and pet food in South Africa. It will replace the feed-related provisions of the Fertilizers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, 1947 (Act 36 of 1947) with a dedicated framework that aligns with international standards. The Bill aims to enhance feed and food safety, animal health, traceability, and sustainability, while streamlining compliance and reducing unnecessary regulatory burdens.
The agricultural and animal feed sector has evolved significantly since Act 36 of 1947 was introduced. The new Feed and Pet Food Bill was developed to address gaps in the outdated framework, improve regulatory compliance, and strengthen consumer, animal, and environmental protection. It aims to ensure that all feed and pet food products meet modern safety, quality, and nutritional standards, while aligning South Africa with international best practices.
Key changes include:
You can download the Draft Feeds and Pet Food Bill to understand the proposed regulatory framework, and the AFMA White Paper to see the industry’s detailed analysis and recommendations on the Bill. We recommend reading both documents together for a full picture of the legislative changes and AFMA’s position.
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