Ensure Livestock Health Before Aidiladha Sacrifice - State Exco

PORT DICKSON, May 27 (Bernama) -- Individuals or organisations planning to perform qurban (Aidiladha sacrifice) in conjunction with Aidiladha must comply with the conditions and regulations set by the Negeri Sembilan Veterinary Services Department (JPVNS), including ensuring that the livestock has a valid Veterinary Health Certificate.

Negeri Sembilan (Rural Development, Plantation and Commodities, Agriculture and Food Security & Costs of Living Committee senior chairman Datuk Seri Jalaludin Alias said this is to ensure the animals are healthy and free from diseases, particularly zoonotic disease, in order to protect public health and safety.

He said all parties involved must also ensure any livestock movement is accompanied by a Livestock Transfer Permit and an External Slaughter Permit from JPVNS if the slaughter is to be conducted outside a licensed abattoir.

“If all rules and regulations are adhered to, individuals or organisations involved are encouraged to register with the e-qurban system monitored by the Negeri Sembilan Islamic Religious Affairs Department (JHEAINS).

“The state government wants to ensure that the sacrificial rites are carried out in a more orderly manner, with the help of certified butchers,” he told reporters after officiating the closing ceremony of the Women Empowerment and Rural Education Tour programme at the Port Dickson District and Land Office auditorium today.

At the same time, Jalaludin assured that the supply of beef and livestock from local breeders in the state this year is sufficient.

“There is no issue with cattle supply in Negeri Sembilan. So far, we have not received any complaints about the price of qurban cattle being too high or increasing compared to last year. The price range for cattle this year is between RM4,500 and RM6,500, depending on size and weight,” he said.

-- BERNAMA