Sarawak hosts global poultry congress

Feed costs remain the largest obstacle to sustainable growth, with Malaysia heavily reliant on imported raw materials. Sarawak is exploring alternative feed sources such as biomass and black soldier fly production to reduce dependency on imports and stabilize production costs.

Congress to elevate Sarawak’s profile globally

Adrian Susin Ambud, Sarawak Veterinary Services Department Director, said the congress will elevate Sarawak’s profile on the global map while supporting the state’s livestock ambitions.

Although Sarawak currently achieves 98% self-sufficiency in poultry, it still depends on imports of certain chicken parts to balance market supply. The absence of a grandparent stock farm also leaves Malaysia exposed during disease outbreaks in West Malaysia, despite Sarawak’s fully integrated production-to-market system.

Abdul Rahman Omar, Chairman of the WVPAC 2025 Organizing Committee, confirmed that more than 1,500 participants from nearly 50 countries are expected to attend under the theme ‘Sustainable healthy poultry for a healthier world’.

Twenty international experts, including speakers from Malaysia, UK, US, and Thailand, will address emerging issues such as disease prevention, biosecurity, policy directions, and future industry trends.

Malaysia won the bid to host WVPAC in 2018 with strong government and industry backing, reinforcing its role as a key regional hub for poultry expertise.

The congress will include a gala dinner officiated by Sarawak Premier Abang Johari Tun Openg on September 30, 2025, further cementing the state’s leadership in advancing global discussions on sustainable poultry production.