SHAH ALAM, July 10 (Bernama) -- All cattle and buffaloes in Selangor will be tagged for easy owner identification and legal action in the event of accidents involving wandering livestock.
State Infrastructure and Agriculture Committee chairman Izham Hashim said this measure is among three components being considered in the amendment of the Cattle-Buffalo Control Enactment 1971, which is currently seen as inadequate in addressing the issue.
"The issue of wandering cattle is significant and needs to be resolved. We cannot allow cattle and buffaloes to roam freely, entering supermarkets, hospitals, and roads.
“Tagging is necessary because there is currently no provision for it. This identification not only helps to identify the owners but can also serve as evidence in court (in case of loss of life due to road accidents),” he said at the Selangor State Assembly today.
He was replying to a supplementary question from Datuk Harrison Hassan (PN-Jeram) on whether the state government would implement tagging for these livestock following more than 10 fatal accidents in Jeram, Kuala Selangor over the past year.
Izham also said improvements will be made in terms of more orderly licensing conditions, penalties, fees, and designated areas for livestock farming.
He added that if applicants (livestock breeders) do not have specific areas to raise the animals, the state government, through the Veterinary Services Department (JPV), will not issue livestock farming licences.
“All these compliance measures will also be included in the By-Laws under local authorities,” he added.
Izham noted that the weaknesses in the enactment are being reviewed through draft amendments prepared by JPV to ensure more orderly and effective enforcement, expected to be finalised before December 31, 2024, after approval and review by the State Legal Advisor.
“After that, the state government will conduct briefing and engagement sessions involving stakeholders such as community leaders, livestock breeders, several departments and government agencies for a six-month moratorium before comprehensive enforcement is implemented statewide.
“After the moratorium, wandering cattle will be captured and action will be taken against the owners,” he said.
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