Seed, Ornamental and Sub-Tropical Crops

Applications to import seed crops, ornamentals, such as rose species, and sub-tropical crops such as avocado, nuts, mango and litchi, can be submitted to the Pretoria office of the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.

Applications to:
Director: Plant Health
Attention: Mr Jeremiah Manyuwa
Tel: (012) 319 6102
Fax: (012) 319 6370

The quarantine detention of such material is done at Buffelspoort Plant Quarantine Station.  Rootstocks for grafting of sub-tropical cultivars are supplied by the importer.  Close co-operation regarding the propagation and maintenance is encouraged between the importer and officials of the Department.  Whilst in quarantine the plants are subjected to an extensive pest management program.

To contact us:  
Mr Nelson Mukwevho
Private Bag X501
Marikana
0284

Cell: (082) 202 0536
Email: NelsonM@daff.gov.za