Floating of chicken, egg prices prevent subsidies from benefiting foreigners, the wealthy
KUALA LUMPUR: The government’s move to float the price of chicken and eggs in the market is to ensure that only eligible citizens, and not foreigners or super-rich groups, benefit from the subsidies provided. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said that since 2022, the government has allocated a total of RM3.7 in subsidies to […]
PM Anwar agrees that subsidies for chicken, egg be continued
KUALA LUMPUR: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has agreed that the subsidies and price control for chicken and eggs continue to be maintained. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security as well as the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living in a joint statement said the decision was made after taking into […]
MIDF positive on consumer sector on end of chicken, egg price control
KUALA LUMPUR: MIDF Research maintained its positive view on the consumer sector following the removal of chicken and egg price caps from July 1, 2023 onwards as poultry players would have greater price flexibility in response to changes in input costs. This change allows market forces to determine prices based on supply and demand conditions, […]
Consumer association backs removal of subsidies for chicken, eggs
KUCHING: The Consumer Voice Association of Sarawak (Covas) has expressed support for the removal of subsidies for chicken and eggs by the end of the month, allowing prices to float starting from July 1. Covas vice-president Philip Ng stated that this move would lead to increased supply and foster healthy market competition. “As a consumer […]
Mukah residents queue early to get eggs
MUKAH: Residents here who need a supply of chicken eggs are already ready as early as 6 am to get them. Only one chicken egg supplier shop in the old market here always sells and provides supplies for all customers who need eggs at all times. According to the sales schedule from the supplier’s store, […]
Teo Seng suspends its farm in relation to Salmonella
KUALA LUMPUR: Teo Seng Capital Bhd has suspended its Layer Farm 1, in relation to the statement released by the Singapore Food Agency (SFA), tittled “Recall of eggs from Teo Seng Layer Farm 1 (Malaysia)” due to presence of Salmonella Enteritidis. In a filing with Bursa Malaysia Saturday, Teo Seng said it also has assured […]
Shortage of chicken egg supply only temporary
KUALA NERUS: The recent shortage of chicken egg supply in several areas in the country was only temporary, said Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) secretary-general Datuk Azman Mohd Yusof. He said the problem had been successfully resolved in a short time as a result of cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture and […]
Soaring chicken prices — time to opt for other protein sources
CHICKEN and eggs are among the basic items used in various dishes everywhere – either on their or in combination with other ingredients they are popular. We all love dishes that include both chicken and eggs, like chicken fried rice with eggs, chicken and egg palo rice, and chicken salad with an egg dressing. For […]
Some people may panic buy
KUCHING: Members of the public are unhappy about the new ceiling prices of chicken and eggs. They fear the new ceiling price, which came into effect today, would affect the prices of many things in the market as well as the prices of food and drinks at eateries. The new maximum retail price for a […]
An egg a day keeps the doctor away
The key to everything is patience. You get the chicken by hatching the egg, not by smashing it. — Arnold H. Glasow, famous US businessman. Can you survive a day without eggs? One of the top news recently in Malaysia including Sarawak is the shortage of eggs and their skyrocketing prices. Many bakers have revealed […]
