The Selangor government has decided to cease issuing pig farming licences to any party in the state, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amiruddin Shari announced today. – Bernama pic, February 12, 2026
Selangor stops issuing pig farming licences, existing farms to be phased out: MB
Move follows Sultan Sharafuddin’s decree, with full reliance on pork imports to meet non-Muslim demand
Scoop Reporters
Updated 58 minutes ago
12 February, 2026
12:41 PM MYT
Selangor stops issuing pig farming licences, existing farms to be phased out: MB
Move follows Sultan Sharafuddin’s decree, with full reliance on pork imports to meet non-Muslim demand
Scoop Reporters
Updated 58 minutes ago
12 February, 2026
12:41 PM MYT
KUALA LUMPUR – The Selangor government has decided to cease issuing pig farming licences to any party in the state, Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Amiruddin Shari announced today.
Amiruddin said the decision was made at the State Executive Council meeting and is in line with the decree of the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who does not consent to pig farming being carried out in any district in Selangor.
He said that since January, the state government has stopped issuing pig farming licences and has focused on clearing existing farm sites in Tanjong Sepat.
“For farms that were previously operating, the areas will be closed at a faster rate in stages, with the cooperation of the Selangor State Veterinary Department.
Currently, 70% of pork requirements for the non-Muslim community are sourced through imports from other states. Following the State Executive Council’s decision, the entire local demand will be fully imported by the industry,” he said in a statement.
Amiruddin added that any issuance and approval of import licences would be referred to the federal government, in line with its jurisdiction over licensing matters.
Amiruddin said the decision was made at the State Executive Council meeting and is in line with the decree of the Sultan of Selangor, Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah, who does not consent to pig farming being carried out in any district in Selangor.
He said that since January, the state government has stopped issuing pig farming licences and has focused on clearing existing farm sites in Tanjong Sepat.
“For farms that were previously operating, the areas will be closed at a faster rate in stages, with the cooperation of the Selangor State Veterinary Department.
Currently, 70% of pork requirements for the non-Muslim community are sourced through imports from other states. Following the State Executive Council’s decision, the entire local demand will be fully imported by the industry,” he said in a statement.
Amiruddin added that any issuance and approval of import licences would be referred to the federal government, in line with its jurisdiction over licensing matters.
Selangor Ruler Sultan Sharafuddin Idris Shah recently decreed that he does not consent to pig farming being carried out in any district in the state. – Bernama pic, February 12, 2026
He said the decision was made to safeguard public sensitivities over concerns about the environmental impact of pig farms, including water drainage and odour pollution.
“With this decision, any polemic related to the pig farming issue must be stopped and not prolonged by any party who may seek to undermine harmony and sow suspicion among Selangor’s multiracial and multireligious communities,” he said.
Recently, Sultan Sharafuddin had suggested that the government issue licences for the import of pork to meet the demand and needs of non-Muslims, particularly the Chinese community in Selangor.
Through this approach, the Sultan decreed, the long-standing issue of pig farming could be resolved, while allowing the state government to optimise land use in Selangor for other purposes such as development and housing.
At the same time, the Sultan reiterated that he does not consent to pig farming being carried out in any district in the state.
He also stressed that the pig farming issue must be brought to a final close, as it has caused unease and affected peace and harmony within the community. – February 12, 2026
He said the decision was made to safeguard public sensitivities over concerns about the environmental impact of pig farms, including water drainage and odour pollution.
“With this decision, any polemic related to the pig farming issue must be stopped and not prolonged by any party who may seek to undermine harmony and sow suspicion among Selangor’s multiracial and multireligious communities,” he said.
Recently, Sultan Sharafuddin had suggested that the government issue licences for the import of pork to meet the demand and needs of non-Muslims, particularly the Chinese community in Selangor.
Through this approach, the Sultan decreed, the long-standing issue of pig farming could be resolved, while allowing the state government to optimise land use in Selangor for other purposes such as development and housing.
At the same time, the Sultan reiterated that he does not consent to pig farming being carried out in any district in the state.
He also stressed that the pig farming issue must be brought to a final close, as it has caused unease and affected peace and harmony within the community. – February 12, 2026
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