South Africa - 1990 - Agriculture and Rural Development

Agricultural Research Act

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

The act establishes the agricultural research council as a juristic person, with the functions, powers, and duties highlighted. The council shall see to the promotion of agriculture and the industry through research, development and technology transfer, to maximize contribution to the improvement of the quality of life of the people of the Republic. The council, with necessary approval can also carry out its functions and duties in territories outside the country on behalf of institutions, government, or administrations.

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January 2022

The act establishes the agricultural research council as a juristic person, with the functions, powers, and duties highlighted. The council shall see to the promotion of agriculture and the industry through research, development and technology transfer, to maximize contribution to the improvement of the quality of life of the people of the Republic. The council, with necessary approval can also carry out its functions and duties in territories outside the country on behalf of institutions, government, or administrations.

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