Fertilizers, Farm Feeds and Remedies Act [Chapter 18:12].

This Act provides a comprehensive legal framework for regulating agricultural inputs. Its primary aim is to ensure the safety, efficacy, and integrity of fertilizers, farm feeds, sterilizing plants, and remedies used in agriculture. The Act mandates registration of these products and facilities, outlines the roles of inspectors and analysts, and establishes procedures for enforcement and penalties. It also empowers the Minister of Agriculture to make regulations and publish returns to maintain transparency and accountability.
he Act defines key terms such as “fertilizer,” “farm feed,” and “remedy,” and sets out detailed requirements for their registration, packaging, labeling, and sale. It prohibits the importation and use of animal-derived substances unless properly sterilized and certified. The law also outlines the responsibilities of registering officers, including the authority to approve or cancel registrations and impose conditions. It provides mechanisms for appeal and requires sellers to furnish invoices with prescribed details. Inspectors are granted powers to enter premises, seize products, and take samples for analysis, with strict protocols to ensure fairness and accuracy.
At the enforcement level, the Act specifies various offences, including misrepresentation, tampering with samples, and obstruction of officials. It allows for the forfeiture of non-compliant products and sets out evidentiary rules for prosecutions. Finally, it authorizes the Minister to issue regulations covering technical standards, advertising, record-keeping, and other operational aspects, with penalties for violations capped at defined levels.