PASIR PUTEH: Suppliers, distributors and sellers have been warned by the Agriculture and Food Industries Ministry to not manipulate the worth of chickens and eggs.
Deputy Minister Dr Nik Muhammad Zawawi Nik Salleh stated the federal government would act in opposition to those who have been charging greater than allowed by the federal government.
“The government will not remain silent and tolerate those who try to take advantage.
“Don’t blame the government if stern action is taken against them. I hope those involved will take heed of this warning,” he advised reporters after officiating a ceremony introducing Tok Janggut Warriors FC gamers on the Agro Resort Jeram Mengaji close to Selising, right here yesterday.
Nik Muhammad Zawawi was responding to complaints from the general public that there have been some suppliers and wholesalers who tried to extend the pricing of the uncooked supplies.
“The government has short- and long-term plans to solve this problem.
“This includes approving licences to import chicken and eggs from abroad to stabilise the price in the local market so as not to burden consumers,” he stated.
On Saturday, Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry enforcement director Azman Adam stated the sharp improve in demand for eggs earlier than, throughout and after the 2022 Chinese New Year holidays had contributed to the present scarcity.
He stated the ministry was assured that the provision of eggs would stabilise and can be accessible in any respect localities in Malaysia as soon as the egg farms and supply firms resume operations quickly. — Bernama
