February 13, 2025

Malaysia allows beef imports from Thailand

Malaysia has approved the import of beef from Thailand, Agriculture Minister Narumon Pinyosinwat announced early this month.

Speaking to reporters after chairing the first meeting of the Cattle Beef Development Policy Committee for 2025, Narumon said exporting beef to Malaysia would provide Thai cattle farmers with increased income.

She stated that Malaysia's Department of Veterinary Services (DVS) informed Thailand's Agriculture Ministry on January 16 about the approval for Thai beef exports. However, she noted that beef exporters must first register with the DVS to obtain a certificate before they can export to Malaysia.

In 2024, Thailand had 9.904 million cattle, marking a 2.58% increase from 9.655 million in 2023.

Thailand exported 133,416 live cattle in 2024, generating ฿3.242 million (US$95,353) in revenue.

Last year, the country also imported 35 tonnes of beef, reflecting a 38.34% increase from 2023, Narumon added.

- The Nation