PUTRAJAYA, April 15 — The development of the national ruminant industry to achieve a self-sufficiency ratio (SSR) of 25 per cent by 2030 and the implementation of the Fisheries Sector Climate Change Action Plan 2024-2030 are among initiatives raised in the Executive Committee Meeting on National Food Security Policy.
The committee was tasked with formulating a proposal for a more inclusive national food security direction and proposing a government-focused strategy to address related issues.
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu said the meeting, which convened yesterday, covered the implementation of aquaculture subsector reforms through research and development, as well as the use of modern technology.
“The meeting this time detailed the effects of the increased tariffs imposed by the United States and its impact on the country’s agri-food sector.
“Additionally, the meeting also involved the integration of the Malaysian Food Composition Database as a strategic component in national food security policy (consumption dimension) under the 13th Malaysia Plan,” he said in a statement today.
He added that appreciation should be given towards the strategic synergy between the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry and the Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Ministry for successfully curbing price increases, and making this year one of the best in the history with regard to price controls ahead of festive seasons.
— Bernama
