MOST supermarkets on the East Coast still have an adequate supply of eggs, Domestic Trade and Cost of Living Minister Salahuddin Ayub said.

He added that the ministry inspected several supermarkets in Kelantan and Terengganu following media reports of a shortage.

Salahuddin said the ministry also regularly monitors availability in 225 premises of dedicated distributor retailers throughout Kelantan.

“Based on statistics of egg supplies at these premises up to yesterday, there was still a stock of more than 220,000 eggs,” he said in a statement today.

Salahuddin said overall there is no supply problem in Kelantan, in fact it was stable throughout the state.

In Terengganu, he said there are enough eggs in the main supermarkets and stores in smaller towns, adding that monitoring showed a decline in demand as Ramadan bazaars will start to close and there will not be large orders from the baking industry for kuih, cakes and Raya cookies.

“Egg, which is under the controlled items list, is readily available and expected to meet consumer demand,” he said.

Salahuddin also said the public, especially consumers in the East Coast, are advised not to panic and be prudent when buying eggs for use during the festive season.

He added that the ministry will continue to inspect businesses throughout the holiday. – Bernama, April 21, 2023.