Sarawak is pouring USD 18 million in agricultural and industrial investments in the Serembu constituency under the Greater Kuching Coordinated Development Agency (GKCDA). The goal is to reduce food imports and boost local livestock production.
Central to the plan is the USD 9.2 million Serembu Food Processing Industrial Park in Paku. It will host feedmills, meat processing, and packaging facilities for both human and animal consumption.
Serembu assemblyman Miro Simuh said six investors have already signed on, including a feedmill operator. This facility will be crucial in addressing Sarawak’s growing demand for affordable animal feed.
Solution for inconsistent supply
“Our livestock sector is growing fast, but imported feed remains expensive and supply is inconsistent,” Mr Miro said. “That drives up prices for poultry and livestock.”
“By attracting feedmill investors, we can reduce costs, support our pig and poultry producers, and improve feed quality” he added.
Another key project is the construction of a USD 6.9 million Integrated Pig Abattoir. It will replace the old Siniawan slaughterhouse and serve both the Kuching and Serian divisions.
The new facility will comply with international hygiene and biosecurity standards and position Sarawak for pork exports across Southeast Asia.
Growing the livestock sector
In parallel, a USD 3.4 million 3000-head Integrated Cattle Farm will be established on 250 acres in Kampung Seromah. The farm will implement modern breeding methods such as artificial insemination and embryo transfer, in partnership with Japanese experts.
Mr Miro said these projects will create jobs, enhance food security, strengthen Sarawak’s economy. Together, they could transform the state into a leading protein producer in East Malaysia.