PUTRAJAYA: The government is considering ending the subsidy for grade A, B and C chicken eggs if the supply recovers, says Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu
Speaking at its monthly assembly, the Agriculture and Food Security (KPKM) Minister said that the savings would be used to develop other agro-food sectors, reported Sinar Harian.
“Therefore, I believe it is time for the ministry to review the provision of chicken egg subsidies for grades A, B and C,” he said on Wednesday (Oct 8).
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In 2023, the government allocated RM927mil for chicken egg subsidies.
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