SHAH ALAM, March 25 — The Selangor Agricultural Development Corporation (PKPS) has adopted the first-in-first-out (FIFO) method to ensure food stored at the Selangor Food Warehouse (GMS) remains fresh and safe.
PKPS group chief executive officer Datuk Mohamad Khairil Mohamad Razi said the FIFO method ensures products stocked earlier are distributed first, reducing the risk of spoilage or wastage.
“We will not allow old food stocks to sit until they expire. With the FIFO system, stock is consistently replenished and sold through Jualan Ehsan Rahmah,” he told reporters during PKPS’ iftar event with the media here today.
Khairil also addressed concerns about rice stockpiled for long periods potentially attracting weevils or becoming spoiled, assuring strict monitoring measures are in place.
“Frozen meat, for instance, can last up to two years. However, through our partnership with global meat supplier Allanasons Private Limited, the products are rotated swiftly to ensure freshness,” he added.
Selangor is the first state in Malaysia to pioneer a state-run food warehouse to strengthen the supply security of carbohydrates and proteins, especially during emergencies.
In addition to meat and rice, PKPS is planning to expand its protein reserves to include fish and chicken within the next six months. However, storage methods are still being studied to ensure product freshness.
Khairil also expressed his appreciation to the media, emphasising that the media is vital to ensure PKPS’ initiatives reach the public.
— Bernama
