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New Straits Times
4 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Civil servant turns hobby into profitable Aidiladha cattle business
Previous Next PEKAN: What began as a hobby has turned into a profitable side income for a civil servant who now supplies dozens of cows for the Aidiladha sacrificial rites (ibadah korban) every year. Abdul Jalil Abdul Aziz, 56, from Taiping, Perak, said his lifelong passion for animal farming had grown beyond expectations and now meets the annual demand from customers across several states. "What makes me happiest is that my interest in livestock farming, which started nearly 30 years ago, has become a source of income," he said. He said it all began after he watched his father raise five cows, which eventually inspired him to expand the herd and take the hobby more seriously. "For this year's Aidiladha sacrificial rites, about 70 cows have been sold, not only in Kuantan and Pekan, but also in Terengganu and Perak." Although competition among breeders is strong, he said there was still demand for cattle raised at his farm in Kampung Ubai, here. On the rising cost of upkeep, Abdul Jalil admitted that the prices of straw and feed, sourced from several states, had increased, depending on the quality of the supplies. However, he said breeders must be wise in securing the right feed for the animals. "This is important because cows intended for korban must be in good condition and healthy to meet the religious requirements. "One of the main challenges is ensuring the cattle are not only healthy, but also protected from disease." Abdul Jalil added that he worked closely with the Pekan Veterinary Services Office to manage cattle health, including vaccinations and vitamin supplements. "I'm thankful for the support I've received throughout this journey, especially from the Veterinary Department, friends, and my family," he said.
Barnama
30-05-2025
- General
- Barnama
Cattle Breeder Cashing In Ahead Of Aidiladha Thanks To Gigantic Cattle
KOTA BHARU, May 30 (Bernama) -- As Hari Raya Aidiladha approaches, a lembu sado (gigantic cattle) breeder in Kampung Pasir Hor here will receive an influx of orders from customers from all over the place. Continuing his father's legacy as a cattle breeder for the past 23 years, Armizan Harun, 46, said so far, he had sold five gigantic cows to buyers in Selangor for the Aidiladha sacrificial rites on June 7. He said that five of his 13 lembu sado are of the Limousin, Charolais, Blonde d'Aquitaine, Belgian Blue, and Brahman breeds, weighing over 800 kg per head, with prices ranging from RM17,000 to RM18,000 each. 'Having more meat and a more tender taste are among the special qualities of these lembu sado compared to regular cattle, making them a preferred choice,' he told the reporter at his farm recently. The father of six said that he decided to focus on breeding these large-sized cattle because of the high prices they command. 'Initially, I had only five cows that I purchased from the villagers and carried out the artificial insemination process to ensure a continuous supply of cattle. 'We use semen from Limousin, Charolais, Blonde d'Aquitaine, Belgian Blue, and Brahman breeds…purchased from the Kelantan Veterinary Department. This process is usually carried out by my eldest son, Arfan Raqfin, 23, who possesses the necessary skills,' he said. Armizan said the cattle will be vaccinated monthly to ensure they remain healthy and free from diseases, including contagious illnesses like foot and mouth disease (FMD), stressing that he only sells these premium cattle to buyers with proper enclosures to keep the animals and are registered with the Veterinary Department to prevent the disease from spreading.
New Straits Times
15-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Kelantan police launch cattle smuggling crackdown after Thai anthrax death
KOTA BARU: Police have bolstered security operations to curb cattle smuggling from Thailand in a bid to prevent the spread of anthrax, following the death of a Thai national from the disease. Kelantan police chief, Datuk Mohd Yusoff Mamat said the 53-year-old Thai man died on May 1. "The relevant Malaysian authorities, including the Veterinary Department, are taking this issue seriously, as many cattle from Thailand have entered Malaysia via illegal routes along the Kelantan–Thai border," he told reporters today. Officials said cross-border cattle smuggling is rampant due to strong demand and cheaper prices. Anthrax outbreaks in wildlife and livestock often raise concerns due to the risk of transmission to humans through contact with infected animals or consumption of contaminated meat or milk. Mohd Yusoff said: "Following the death of the Thai man earlier this month, we (the state police) have taken the necessary measures with immediate effect. "I have ordered the General Operations Force, as well as the district police, to step up their checks on cattle smuggling. This is to prevent the anthrax disease from spreading to Malaysia via Kelantan." Mohd Yusoff said among the measures taken by police include setting up roadblocks, checking suspicious vehicles, and intensifying border patrols. Mohd Yusoff said cattle smuggling along the border was now rampant. He also expected the activity to become more intense, particularly ahead of Hari Raya Aidiladha next month. The cows and buffaloes smuggled from Thailand usually enter Kelantan via numerous illegal jetties, stretching from Rantau Panjang to Jeli, police said. Police estimate that between 10 and 20 illegal routes along these areas are used by smugglers to bring in cattle. Mohd Yusoff said that Kelantan has become the transit point for cattle smuggling before the animals are distributed to other states. In early May, Thailand reported its first anthrax-related death in 30 years, prompting a public health alert after authorities identified hundreds of people in Mukdahan province who may have been exposed to the deadly bacteria.
Arab Times
27-04-2025
- Arab Times
Stray Dog Control Campaign Kicks Off in Kuwait
Since the 1960s, Kuwait has enforced a law regulating dog ownership, including strict guidelines for taking dogs for a walk in public. The law mandates that dogs must have a collar belt displaying a metal plate containing the dog's data. Additionally, dogs are required to wear a muzzle while walking in public spaces. The law states the following: No person may own a dog without a license from the Ministry of Public Health. To obtain a license, an application must be submitted to the veterinary center with details such as the owner's name, address, dog's type and color, and its origin. The dog must undergo a medical examination and rabies vaccination at the veterinary center. A special record will be created for each licensed dog, which will be assigned a serial number. Each dog must wear a collar with a metal plate bearing the serial number. If the plate is lost, the owner must request a replacement within two days for a fee of 250 fils. If found without the plate, the dog will be impounded and returned only upon payment of a 1 KD fee. Dogs must be muzzled or leashed when in public; violators will have their dogs impounded. Dogs must be presented for annual rabies vaccinations at the designated times. If a dog is suspected or confirmed to have rabies, it must be reported immediately to the veterinary center, and any bitten animals will also be seized. The same applies to any dog that bites a human or animal, even if rabies is not suspected. The Veterinary Department has the authority to euthanize stray dogs or those suspected of rabies that pose a danger to the public. Infected or suspected rabid animals must be observed for 15 days and may be euthanized if confirmed to be infected. Animal remains, including rabid animals, must be reported to the veterinary department for proper disposal. This law applies to Kuwait City and other designated areas, with exceptions for Bedouin guard or hunting dogs. Violating the law results in a fine of up to 30 KD or a maximum one-month imprisonment. Veterinarians and other inspectors are authorized as judicial police to enforce the law. The law is enforced by the Ministries of Public Health, Interior, and Justice, effective from its publication in the Official Gazette.
The Sun
21-04-2025
- Politics
- The Sun
No approval for new pig farms in Muslim-majority areas
IPOH: The Perak government has not approved any new pig farms in areas with a majority Muslim population. State Human Resources, Health, Indian Community Affairs and National Integration Committee chairman A. Sivanesan said most existing farms are long-established operations on private land, set up before the introduction of modern farming guidelines. 'As chairman of the Pig Farm Restructuring Committee, I have worked closely with the Veterinary Department, Health Department, local councils, land offices and other stakeholders to take more decisive action,' he said during the winding-up debate on the royal address at the State Legislative Assembly sitting today. Sivanesan said 30 pig farms had been shut down due to legal enforcement, disease outbreaks, and land ownership or usage issues, reducing the number of farms from 115 at the end of 2022 to 85 currently. These farms are permanently closed and will not be allowed to resume operations. He also dismissed allegations of widespread illegal pig farming in the state, stressing that all 85 operational farms are licensed by the Perak Veterinary Services Department. As a long-term solution, the state government is carrying out a legalisation and restructuring exercise, including relocating farms to approved zones and ensuring compliance with the Modern Pig Farming (MPF) concept. 'This includes farms in the Batang Padang district, particularly in the Ayer Kuning constituency, where licence status and zoning compliance are being reviewed,' he said. Sivanesan was responding to PAS vice-president Datuk Idris Ahmad's claim that 30 farms had been approved in the two districts, with the possibility of more due to alleged illegal operations.
