On a positive note, it has to be mentioned that the South African feed industry is on par with other feed manufacturers and producers in the international arena. All South African feed manufacturers are governed by strict legislation such as the Fertilisers, Farm Feeds, Agricultural Remedies and Stock Remedies Act, and adhere to these regulations by constantly scrutinizing and analysing feed before it enters the food chain. An example is the regulation on undesirable levels as stipulated by theFeeds Act, of which all feed manufacturers are aware of, as these substances could affect the entire feed and food chain