Thai Animal Feed Industry Warns of Potential 2027 Supply Crisis
The Thai Feed Mill Association has issued a fourth open letter urging government action to finalize import plans for corn and wheat to prevent a supply shortage in 2027.
According to a report by Prachachat Business, the Thai Feed Mill Association has submitted its fourth open letter to Supajee Suthumpun, calling for an urgent meeting of the National Committee on Feed Raw Materials Policy. The association is requesting the immediate approval of import plans for corn and wheat for the year 2027 under the established 3:1 ratio measure.
Industry representatives expressed significant concern that delays in finalizing these import quotas could lead to severe stock shortages, potentially disrupting production schedules throughout 2027. The association highlighted that such disruptions would mirror the difficulties experienced in 2026, which resulted in increased operational costs, including higher expenses related to shipping delays.
For residents and businesses in Thailand, this situation may signal potential volatility in food production costs, which could eventually influence consumer prices for meat and poultry products. While the association is actively lobbying for a swift resolution to ensure supply chain stability, the government has yet to confirm a meeting date or a finalized import strategy. Stakeholders are currently awaiting a formal response from the committee to determine if the requested measures will be implemented in time to avoid the projected supply gap.
