Food Security: Minister Assures Sufficient Supply of Chicken Eggs
Stable Supply of Chicken Eggs
The supply of chicken eggs remains sufficient and stable to meet domestic demands, according to Agriculture and Food Security Minister Mohamad Sabu. He made this statement to allay confusion stemming from media reports regarding the sudden increase in prices of chicken eggs in the US as well as allegations of possible smuggling of chicken eggs abroad.
Close Cooperation with Local Egg Producers
Mohamad, also known as Mat Sabu, said that the close cooperation between his ministry and local egg producers has ensured the level of daily egg production is at a stable and satisfactory level. "To guarantee the stability of supply, (the ministry) always implements monitoring of the production and distribution of chicken eggs chain from the farm level to the end-user," he said.
Strengthening Enforcement Measures
Mohamad said that enforcement measures are also being strengthened through strategic cooperation with other agencies and ministries to monitor the exportation of food supplies abroad. He emphasized that the government, through his ministry, remains committed to ensuring the country’s food security through comprehensive policies and strategic action plans.
Increasing Local Production Capacity and Supporting the Agro-Food Industry
This includes efforts to increase local production capacity and provide support to the agro-food industry. He advised the public not to engage in baseless speculation and to always refer to verified information through the ministry’s official channels.
Monitoring Developments and Taking Immediate Action
"The ministry will continue to monitor the latest developments and is prepared to take immediate action, if necessary, to ensure the stability and adequacy of the country’s food supply," he said.
Addressing Rumors and Speculation
Yesterday, news reports of the possibility of chicken eggs being smuggled to the US surfaced after the ministry acknowledged concerns regarding the matter, following the US’s sharp increase in egg prices due to supply shortages. Mohamad urged the public to be cautious of baseless speculation and to verify information through official channels.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the government is committed to ensuring the country’s food security through comprehensive policies and strategic action plans. By strengthening cooperation with local egg producers, implementing monitoring measures, and increasing local production capacity, the government is confident that the supply of chicken eggs will remain stable and sufficient to meet domestic demands.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the current state of chicken egg supply in the country?
The supply of chicken eggs is sufficient and stable to meet domestic demands. - Is there a risk of chicken eggs being smuggled out of the country?
The government is taking measures to monitor the exportation of food supplies abroad to prevent smuggling. - How can I verify information about the chicken egg supply?
Please refer to the ministry’s official channels for verified information. - What is being done to increase local production capacity and support the agro-food industry?
The government is implementing measures to increase local production capacity and provide support to the agro-food industry.