Livestock must go where the land is


Agriculture makes up less than 2% of Selangor’s total GDP. In many areas like Hulu Selangor, it is common to see cattle from nearby farms encroaching on residential areas and public roads. — The Star

IT’S always difficult when long-term policies and planning are caught in race and religion controversies. These include manufactured threats used merely to win votes ahead of the general election.

Take the issue of pig farming in Selangor. The state government has come under fire for its plan to relocate and centralise pig farming.

Play, subscribe and stand a chance to win prizes worth over RM39,000! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Wong Chun Wai , On the beat column
Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai

Wong Chun Wai began his career as a journalist in Penang, and has served The Star for over 35 years in various capacities and roles. He is now group editorial and corporate affairs adviser to the group, after having served as group managing director/chief executive officer. On The Beat made its debut on Feb 23 1997 and Chun Wai has penned the column weekly without a break, except for the occasional press holiday when the paper was not published. In May 2011, a compilation of selected articles of On The Beat was published as a book and launched in conjunction with his 50th birthday. Chun Wai also comments on current issues in The Star.

Next In Columnists

China’s free shipping wave lifts Malaysia’s digital trade
Ejaculation frequency, sperm quality: How often is best for male fertility?
Shaping the future
Is it or is it not the economy?
PAS will need vision, not just optics
We can, and must, do more for women
Escape from Casablanca
Has the bubble burst for PKR?
CAS have ruled – now Malaysian football must face the truth
A life�of service and sacrifice

Others Also Read