Sabah vet dept has no power to shut down illegal pig farm, says Kitingan

Deputy Chief Minister Datuk Seri Dr Jeffrey Kitingan, who is state Agriculture, Fisheries and Food Industry Ministry, said that legal action had already been taken against the farm, resulting in a court-imposed fine for operating without a proper license under Rule 3 Control of Livestock Activities Rules 2008."I understand this may be frustrating for many and we are working tirelessly to resolve the situation.

"This includes empowering the DVS with the authority to close farms that fail to adhere to regulations. We also acknowledge the need for higher penalties as a deterrent for non-compliance," he said. Kitingan said the ministry was in discussion with other agencies, including the Environment Department, Sabah Town and Regional Planning Department and the Land and Survey Department to implement a holistic solution to this issue.

Affected residents in Tamparuli have complained of air and water pollution from waste discharge as well as noise pollution from animals and construction works.

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