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By: Food Focus on 13 August 2024

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Green and gold have never looked so good! Congratulations to our incredible South African swimmer, Tatjana Smith, for winning gold and silver at the Olympics. Likewise, congrats are in order for Jo-Ane van Dyk for achieving silver in the Javelin. Their triumphs are a testament to the power of dedication, resilience, and the unyielding spirit of South African women.

As we celebrate Women’s Month, we honour the remarkable contributions of women in the food industry who lead with passion, innovation, and a commitment to excellence. Their stories inspire us and remind us of the profound impact women have in shaping a healthier, more sustainable future.

Latest Legislation
The Minister of Agriculture has repealed the control measures relating to foot and mouth disease as prescribed in Government Notice No 2606 of 7 October 2022; and prescribed new control measures in the Government Notice 50977 of 26 July 2024.

Invitation to Comment

DALRRD is planning to amend regulations regarding Frozen Fruit and Vegetables and is requesting comments and inputs from stakeholder.

You have until 30 August to submit your comments

View the PROPOSED REGULATIONS

August Edition of FBR Magazine is Out!
In this edition of Food & Beverage Reporter, we spotlight women-led initiatives transforming the food and beverage landscape. Synercore’s Dr Hanneli van der Merwe leads our features with her insights on “Purpose-Driven Drinks” focusing on the booming functional beverages market.

We also bring you the next installment in our series, “A Guide for New Food Business Owners.” This comprehensive guide is invaluable for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of starting and running a food business. This issue delves into “Food Safety Laws in South Africa,” providing an insightful overview of the legal landscape that governs food safety standards in our country. Understanding these laws is crucial for ensuring our food supply is safe and businesses operate within the legal framework.

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This month's DSA webinar...

The Safety Aspects of Pesticides on Dairy Farms

Pesticides are intrinsically hazardous by nature but the risks of storing and using pesticides and related animal health products on dairy farms can be mitigated or eliminated by playing according to the safety rules.

This webinar will cover the safe storage, safe application, proper cleaning and disposal of empty containers, and safe disposal of obsolete or redundant pesticides against the backdrop of the regulations that govern hazardous chemical agents in South Africa under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

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Industry News...

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen has established a rapid response team in accordance to section 2(1) of the Animal Diseases Act, to deal with all current outbreaks of the Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD).
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