Ban on rice, paddy for animal feed lifted

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The Government has lifted restrictions on the use of rice and paddy for the production of animal feed, revoking regulations that had prohibited their use in the sector.

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) announced that the earlier Gazette Notification imposing the restrictions has been revoked through a new Gazette, removing all limitations on the use of rice and paddy for animal feed production.

Under the revised regulations, rice and paddy may once again be used for the processing, purchase, sale, transport, storage, and distribution of animal feed.

The CAA said the previous restrictions, which remained in force until 24 June, have now been formally withdrawn.

With the revocation taking effect, the authority said the use of rice and paddy in the manufacture of animal feed is once again permitted under the updated regulatory framework.