Supply of eggs in S'wak to stabilise after CNY, says state govt

KUCHING: The supply of chicken eggs in Sarawak is expected to stabilise soon when producers and logistics companies resume full operations after the Chinese New Year break.

State Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry director Datuk Stanley Tan said checks had been carried out following media reports and complaints from the public.

"Based on data from 10 chicken farms, representing 80% of Sarawak's total egg production, an average of 1.5 million eggs have been produced daily since the beginning of February.

"However, a sudden surge in demand before and during Chinese New Year contributed to a disruption in supply," he said in a statement on Friday (Feb 4).

Tan also said several farms and logistics companies did not operate during the festive season, with some taking a longer break.

This led to a delay in egg deliveries from farms to wholesalers and retailers in some parts of Sarawak, he said.

Tan said retailers had been instructed to contact wholesalers or producers if their stocks fall below reorder limits.

He also advised consumers against panic buying of eggs.

"The supply issue is isolated and will return to normal after Chinese New Year based on feedback from industry players," he added.