Malaysia to lift the export ban on live broiler chickens from October 11

Published Oct 9, 2022

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Malaysia will lift its temporary export ban on live broiler chickens to Singapore from October 11, following efforts to address supply and pricing issues within the country. This ban, which impacted up to 3.6 million chickens, was implemented to prioritize domestic supply and to investigate allegations of cartel pricing. In the interim, Singapore has diversified its chicken imports by increasing purchases from Thailand and Indonesia. The Singapore Food Agency plans to continue accrediting more chicken sources and encourages businesses to diversify their supply chains to reduce risk. Consumers are also urged to be flexible with their food choices to support the nation's food resilience.

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SINGAPORE: The Singapore Food Agency (SFA) on Sunday (Oct 9) said Malaysia will lift its temporary export ban on live broiler chickens from Oct 11. Responding to CNA's queries, the agency said it received "official notification" from Malaysia's Department of Veterinary Services on the lifting of the ban. "We welcome the resumption of live chicken broiler imports, and are seeking clarification on the details," said SFA. The Malaysian government had earlier banned the export of up to 3.6 million chickens from Jun 1 in its efforts to tackle supply and pricing issues for chicken in the country. The ban was implemented following complaints of supply shortage and price increases of chicken, with some traders selling their poultry above the price ceiling to cover their costs. Explaining the curbs, Malaysia's Prime Minister Ismail Sabri Yaakob said the government's priority was its own people and that authorities will also investigate allegations of cartel pricing. FILL THE GAP Malaysia ...

Source: Channelnewsasia