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Monday, June 29, 2026
Malaysia's pig farm numbers drop 22% as pork output falls, minister says supply still adequate
Domestic pork supply is supported by import access as registered farms shrink and production declines due to ongoing disease pressure.
Friday, June 26, 2026
Thai Chamber of Commerce buys direct from shrimp farmers as Malaysia ban pushes prices down THB50-60/kg
Industry groups are purchasing more than 100 tonnes per day to stabilise domestic prices, while the Thai Shrimp Association warns farmers may reduce or suspend the upcoming production cycle.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Malaysian government called upon to deliver strong measures against high pork prices in Sabah
The federal and state governments in Malaysia have been urged to provide concrete steps to address the steep price of pork in Sabah.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Malaysia faces higher feed costs and rice shortfalls as El Nino threatens crop and grain supply
An agricultural economist warns that prolonged dry conditions could disrupt global feed grain supplies and push up poultry production costs, compounding existing pressure on Malaysia's heavily import-dependent food system.
Monday, June 22, 2026
Malaysia's Sabah urged to fast-track pig farming park amid import reliance
Assemblyman Samuel Wong said recently approved pork imports from Denmark and Norway offer only temporary relief, with Sabah's pig sector still recovering from a 2021 African Swine Fever outbreak.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
Malaysian political party proposes studying Sarawak's pig farming practices through visit
Malaysia's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has proposed a study visit to Sarawak to examine its modern pig farming practices as part of efforts to strengthen Sabah's livestock industry and enhance food security.
Monday, June 8, 2026
Thai shrimp industry calls for government-level talks with Malaysia as 100-tonne daily export blockage mounts
The bilateral dispute, triggered by a disagreement over seabass residue testing rather than shrimp quality, has left cold storage operators absorbing excess stock amid already weak demand from the US and Japan.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Malaysia to restrict five Thai shrimp species and tighten seabass import controls from 1 June
The measures will remain in force until Bangkok provides a full official response to Malaysia's food safety queries.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Proposed pig farming operation in Selangor, Malaysia, on hold, says country's PM
Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim said a proposed pig farming operation in Selangor had to be "put on hold first" in the wake of complaints over the location of pig farms arising from repeated excesses in the past.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Malaysia food prices may face pressure over next six months
Malaysia's food supply remains adequate and under control, but prices could face slight upward pressure over the next three to six months, Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu has warned, citing rising costs across ...
Monday, April 27, 2026
Malaysia sees significant potential to grow agricultural market to Vietnam
Malaysia sees strong potential to expand its agricultural market to Vietnam, including value-added poultry products, pasteurised liquid eggs, duck products and edible bird's nest.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Livestock main driver to Penang, Malaysia agriculture sector's income
The agriculture sector of Penang, Malaysia, generated RM4.01 billion (US$0.85 billion) in income in 2023, with livestock as the main driver, according to the Agriculture Census 2024 report.
Monday, April 20, 2026
Malaysia's poultry farmers selling chickens below cost
Poultry farmers in Malaysia are selling their chickens below cost to keep stocks moving, said the Federation of Livestock Farmers Association.
Monday, April 6, 2026
Malaysia should prepare for increased food prices due to affected global supply chain, expert cautions
Malaysians should brace for higher food prices as global supply chain disruptions intensify, with the country's heavy reliance on imports leaving it vulnerable to external shocks, an expert warned.
Monday, March 23, 2026
Potential rise in chicken, egg prices in Malaysia due to Iran war
Malaysians may soon have to pay more for chicken and eggs, as rising costs linked to the Iran war are expected to ripple through the country's poultry industry.

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