National Forests Act, 1998 (Act No. 84 of 1998)RegulationsRegulations under the National Forests Act 84 of 1998Chapter 4 : Licences11. Use of land for cultivation purposes |
| (1) | Any person, organ of State or organisation may apply to the Minister for a licence to clear, plough or cultivate land in a State forest for the growing of crops. |
| (2) | A license issued under this regulation must— |
| (a) | define the area for which it is granted; |
| (b) | describe the types of crops that may be grown in the area; |
| (c) | indicate whether insecticides will be used, and if so, describe the type and amount to be used; and |
| (d) | set out conditions to ensure that the clearing, ploughing or cultivation is not harmful to the environment. |
| (3) | No licence which has been applied for under this regulation may be granted if the land intended for clearing, ploughing or cultivation is in an area protected under the Act or any other law. |