PETALING JAYA: A new grade of chicken eggs will be introduced to ensure supply security and price stability, says the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry.
In a press release on Thursday (July 31), it said that industry players had agreed to this, and added that the Special Grade Eggs will be offered at a more affordable price.
“The public can also purchase chicken eggs at competitive prices through the Agro Madani Sales and Rahmah Sales programmes implemented widely across the country, including at sales premises of the Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama) and the Farmers' Organisation Authority (LPP),” added the ministry.
As part of a phased and targeted subsidy approach aimed at greater sustainability and higher impact, the government announced the restructuring of chicken egg subsidies, to take effect tomorrow (Aug 1).
It said that the decision was also made considering the confidence in the industry's ability to ensure stable and sufficient production of chicken eggs.
“Between February 2022 and December 2024, the government spent nearly RM2.5bil to cover egg subsidies, a substantial and temporary amount to assist the public and industry during the pandemic crisis and global supply chain disruptions,” it added.
“Now, with the market conditions becoming more stable, these subsidies are being restructured to be more comprehensive and focused,” said the ministry.
It said the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry (KPDN) will continue to strengthen enforcement under the Price Control and Anti-Profiteering Act 2011 to prevent any form of price manipulation or profiteering by irresponsible parties.
“Strict monitoring is essential to ensure prices charged to consumers remain fair and reasonable,” it added.
For inquiries or complaints related to egg supply or pricing, the public may contact KPKM via email at pro@kpkm.gov.my or call the hotline at 03-8000 8000.
