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Cotton Act.

Country/Territory
Kenya
Document type
Legislation
Date
1989 (2005)
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act of Parliament to establish the Cotton Board of Kenya and to provide for the promotion and regulation of the cotton industry and for connected purposes.
Subject
Cultivated plants
Keyword
Plant production Textile plants/fibres Agricultural development Institution Plant protection Authorization/permit Inspection Crops/grasses
Geographical area
Africa, Eastern Africa
Abstract

This Act provides for the establishment of the Cotton Board of Kenya, defines its functions, powers and internal organization and regulates various aspects of the cotton industry including the exportation, processing and marketing of cotton. The Act consists of 44 sections divided into 10 Parts.

Full text
English

References - Legislation

Implemented by

Cotton Lint and Seed Marketing Regulations.

Legislation | Kenya | 1955 (1964)

Keyword: Plant production, Textile plants/fibres, Authorization/permit, Inspection, Planting material/seeds, Crops/grasses

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repealed by

Crops Act, 2013 (No. 16 of 2013).

Legislation | Kenya | 2013

Keyword: Basic legislation, Agricultural development, Institution, Farming, Subsidy/incentive, Special fund, Agricultural land, Land-use planning, Plant production, Plant protection, International trade, Policy/planning, Registration, Non-governmental entity, Inspection, Irrigation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX