Thai Feed Mill Association Urges Action on Corn Import Policy
The Thai Feed Mill Association has issued a fourth request to the government to finalize corn import plans, citing rising production costs and supply chain concerns.
According to a report by Matichon Online, the Thai Feed Mill Association has intensified its pressure on the government, specifically targeting Supajee, to expedite the approval of a formal corn import plan. This marks the fourth time the association has formally requested a resolution to the ongoing policy delay. The industry representatives argue that the current lack of a clear import strategy is causing significant disruptions to existing stock levels. Furthermore, the association highlighted that these supply chain bottlenecks are directly contributing to a sharp increase in production costs for animal feed. For residents and business owners in Thailand, this situation is significant as it may lead to inflationary pressure on food prices, particularly for meat and poultry products, if the cost of feed continues to rise. The association is calling for an urgent meeting to address these concerns and stabilize the market. At this stage, it remains to be confirmed when the government will convene to discuss these proposals or what specific measures will be implemented to mitigate the impact on feed costs. Stakeholders are currently awaiting a formal response from the relevant authorities regarding the timeline for the import plan.
