Are traders nationwide complying with new chicken and egg prices?

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Traders Nationwide Show General Compliance with New Chicken and Egg Prices

Nationwide operations by the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) indicate that most traders are adhering to the newly implemented ceiling prices for chicken and eggs. The ministry's enforcement efforts, commencing on July 1, aim to ensure compliance with these price controls, which were established to alleviate the cost of living for the populace.
Adherence to Ceiling Prices Across Most States

Inspections conducted by KPDNHEP across various states, including Kuala Lumpur, Melaka, Perlis, Perak, Johor, Negri Sembilan, and Kelantan, have revealed widespread compliance among traders. In Kuala Lumpur, monitoring of supermarkets found that nearly all traders were selling chicken at the new ceiling price, with sufficient supply available. Similarly, traders in other inspected states were found to be selling within the prescribed limits, with some even foregoing charges for chicken cutting services.
Regional Variations and Specific Issues Observed

Despite general compliance, some regional variations and specific issues have been noted. In Penang, a small number of chicken sellers were observed to be imposing a service charge of RM1 to RM1.50 per kilogramme of chicken to offset costs associated with the new ceiling price. Meanwhile, in Terengganu, while most traders followed the new prices, there were reports of a shortage in polybag oil and chicken eggs, though authorities assured that supply would be restored before Hari Raya Aidiladha.
Differentiated Pricing Structures in Sarawak and Sabah

The ceiling prices for chicken and eggs differ across zones in Sarawak and Sabah, reflecting logistical and geographical considerations. In Sarawak, the retail ceiling price for chicken varies from RM12.90 per kg for standard chicken to RM13.90 per kg for super chicken in the northern zones, with live chicken priced at RM8.60 per kg. Egg prices in Sarawak range from 45 sen to 49 sen per egg based on grade and zone. Similarly, Sabah has established different ceiling prices, with chicken at RM12 per kg on the west coast and RM12.30 per kg on the east coast, and grade A eggs at 50 sen and 51 sen respectively for the west and east coasts.

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