Aidiladha Qurban Slaughter Permits Expected To Increase In Terengganu

KUALA TERENGGANU, May 10 (Bernama) -- The Terengganu Veterinary Services Department (JPV) expects the number of livestock movement permits for sacrificial slaughter (qurban) to increase to 2,000 this year, compared to 1,750 last year.

Terengganu JPV director Dr Anun Man said approximately 6,600 animals will be slaughtered this year, reflecting increased demand from mosques, companies, and individuals throughout the state.

She said the department has already brought in 400 animals through two livestock traders as part of early preparations for the Aidiladha celebration.

"According to the eVetPermit system data, a total of 1,750 permits were issued involving 4,341 animals, comprising interstate and intrastate movement permits, between June 4 and 10, 2025.

"Based on current growth trends, the number of sacrificial slaughters in Terengganu is expected to reach about 6,600 head of livestock," she said at the Terengganu JPV 2026 Livestock Disease Prevention Public Awareness Campaign here today.

State Agriculture director Dr Sukati Sakka officiated the programme, which was also attended by State Fisheries director Pang Nyukang.

Anun said there are 90 livestock entrepreneurs and traders with a combined capacity of 7,155 animals, including cattle, goats, sheep, and buffalo.

In conjunction with Aidiladha, she announced that JPV is accepting applications for the ‘Permit Kebenaran Sembelihan Luar’ (PSL) from today until May 21.

Applications are available at all district veterinary offices in Terengganu, and movement permits are valid only from May 24 to 30. Priority remains with department-run and licensed private abattoirs to support disease control.

"The permit fee is RM35 per head for cattle or buffalo and RM25 for goats or sheep, with all slaughter activities being monitored by meat inspectors and must comply with established guidelines to ensure food safety and prevent livestock diseases,” she said.

Meanwhile, Anun advised the public not to purchase livestock or meat from dubious sources to ensure food safety and reduce the risk of disease.

She said that last year, JPV seized several livestock that were slaughtered outside approved abattoirs, as these animals did not undergo departmental inspection or meet hygiene standards.

"Samples from the seized livestock were taken and sent for analysis. Of the total samples, 50 per cent (five out of 10) exceeded standards for bacterial content, while another 20 per cent tested positive for Salmonellosis.

"These bacteria can cause food poisoning in humans. If contaminated meat is improperly cooked, it can lead to diarrhoea, fever, vomiting, and other health risks," she added.

-- BERNAMA