ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
The Crops (Food Crops) Regulations
29. Crops inspection
Edition: 2025-10-28 · In force
29. Crops inspection
(1)The crops inspectors appointed by the Authority in accordance with section 27 of the Act shall carry out inspections of food crops and food produce to ensure they conform to the food safety and quality requirements provided under the Act, these Regulations or any other written laws.(2)The county governments may nominate persons who may be appointed by the Authority as crops inspectors in accordance with subregulation (1).(3)A person qualifies to be appointed as a crops inspector if that person has—(a)a bachelor's degree in Agriculture or a related field; or(b)a diploma in Agriculture or a related field with two years' experience in extension service work, from a university or institution recognised in Kenya.(4)The Authority shall develop training curriculum and offer regular training to crops inspectors to ensure effective carrying out of their duties.(5)A prospective crops inspector shall undergo mandatory training on inspections recommended by the Authority before being appointed.(6)The Authority shall publish in the Gazette all crops inspectors who have successfully undertaken the mandatory training within thirty days upon completion of the training.(7)A person appointed as a crops inspector shall comply with the Constitution and the Public Officer Ethics Act (Cap. 185B).(8)A person who carries out the functions of a crops inspector without having been dully appointed by the Authority commits an offence and shall be liable, on conviction, to a fine of five hundred thousand shillings, or to imprisonment for a period of one year, or to both.